We have an outstanding career opportunity for a Disciplinary Actions Programs Manager to join a leading Company located in the Chicago, IL surrounding area.
Salary Range: $113,220 -$124,950
We are seeking a Disciplinary Actions Programs Manager. This position is responsible for conducting pre-disciplinary hearings in compliance with the County Personnel Rules and collaborating with Bureaus/Departments to improve the overall employee discipline process. 
Responsibilities:Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Disciplinary Actions Programs Manager conducts pre-disciplinary hearings for eligible employees pursuant to the County Personnel Rules in the Offices Under the President (OUP). Ensure these hearings are held in accordance with the Personnel Rules, supplemental policies, and other governing authorities. This position is also responsible for improving the overall employee discipline process, which requires effective collaboration with Bureaus and departments.Train OUP management on the governing Personnel Rules and Supplemental Policies.Conducts necessary steps of the pre-disciplinary hearings as outlined in the Personnel Rules. Ensures compliance with procedures outlined in applicable policies.Conducts attendance violation hearings for employees to ensure compliance with applicable procedures.Assesses evidence and arguments of management.Decides on the credibility of witnesses and collects, reviews, and assesses evidence.Thoroughly examines all reports and facts, including any previous disciplinary records.Determines the extent of rule violation by evaluating physical evidence, testimony, and incident reports in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines.Determines whether submitted evidence supports allegations of misconduct.Follows pre-established rules and guidelines recommending discipline and applies those policies, rules, and guidelines in reaching decisions.Research existing policies, procedures, rules, and regulations, and consider discipline previously imposed for similar infractions.Prepares and signs final written decision and recommended discipline relating to misconduct and attendance hearings.Recommends follow-up training for staff as appropriate.Works closely with appropriate Bureau/Department to ensure employee serves disciplinary suspension or the appropriate hours and pay are/were deducted from the employee's acquired benefit time.Collaborates with other staff to research, draft, discuss, implement, and enforce applicable policies and procedures.Develops and maintains confidential reports as requested by the Chief Human Resources Officer.
Basic Hiring Criteria:Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate degree.Minimum three (3) years of experience managing and/or overseeing the employee disciplinary process and/or conducting employee disciplinary hearings or an equivalent combination of professional work experience, training, and education.
Desired Qualifications:Licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois.Knowledge of the policies, protocols, systems, procedures, and technical vernacular of the agency, department, and County.Exercises sound judgment and maintains open communication with all OUP Bureau/Department heads and employees to assist in the timely resolution of disciplinary cases.Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, fostering respect and collaboration within diverse workplace environments. Outstanding time management abilities, multitasking, prioritizing tasks, and swiftly resolving challenges. Strong organizational and planning skills, capable of swiftly adapting to shifting priorities while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.Ability to effectively participate in meetings or other forums aimed at developing constructive ideas, observations, and insights.Skill in interacting with others to investigate, gather, and review confidential materials, information, and incidents of record.Ability to assist or represent management within the areas of assignment.Ability to handle sensitive personnel matters and related labor issues as directed or as applicable.Ability to maintain the highest level of security and confidentiality of records and documents.Possesses intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and proficiently utilizes applications for document creation, data analysis, communication, and presentation purposes.
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.