Assistant Director of Human Resources

HR Operations Leader (Temp‑to‑Hire)

Hybrid | Chicago, IL

We are partnering with a well‑established, mission‑driven nonprofit organization based in Chicago that supports children, youth, and families across multiple service lines. This is a highly confidential, temp‑to‑hire opportunity with a strong intention to convert to permanent employment based on performance
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This role is intentionally structured as contract‑to‑hire to allow both the organization and the incoming leader to ensure long‑term alignment, cultural fit, and impact.

The HR Operations Leader will play a critical role in supporting and strengthening the organization’s people operations during a period of growth and transformation. This position partners closely with executive leadership and oversees core HR functions, including systems, compensation, benefits, payroll, and HRIS.

• Lead and support HR operations across HRIS, compensation, benefits, payroll, and reporting
• Manage and develop a small team within HR operations (HRIS, comp & benefits, payroll, and potential analytics support)
• Partner closely with executive leadership on people operations strategy and execution
• Ensure HR systems, processes, and data integrity support a growing organization
• Operate effectively in a hybrid environment

• 5–10 years of progressive HR experience
• Non‑profit experience is required (organizational structure, compensation realities, and mission alignment)
• Strong HR operations background (systems, processes, and execution)
• Experience working with HRIS and payroll platforms
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Ability to work hybrid (2 days onsite per week in Chicago)

• Hybrid: 2 days onsite per week
• Standard business hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• 40 hours per week

• Contract Hourly Rate: $45–$47/hour (commensurate with experience)
• Conversion Salary Cap: Up to $130,000 annually upon permanent hire
• Strong intent to hire permanently based on performance and organizational fit