Job Title: Human Resource Manager (Nonprofit)
Organization: Illinois Assistive Technology Program
Location: Springfield, IL (100% On-Site)
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
Position Type: Full-Time
The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) is a statewide nonprofit responsible for implementing the AT Act for Illinois and other state contracts and grants that increase access to and funding for assistive technology devices and services for individuals of all ages with disabilities and other health conditions. IATP is seeking an experienced, full-time Human Resources Manager. This on-site role is designed for a seasoned HR professional in nonprofits who brings strong compliance-driven expertise, specifically focused on benefits administration, FMLA/leave navigation, and full-cycle termination and offboarding processes.
As the HR Manager for this statewide agency, you will manage day-to-day personnel operations, protect organizational compliance, and champion the employee’s experience. Operating in a non-profit environment, this role balances tactical execution with strategic policy enforcement.
Core Responsibilities & Required Experience
Benefits Administration
- Oversee and optimize the nonprofit's health, wellness, retirement, and ancillary benefits programs.
- Serve as the main point of contact for external brokers and insurance carriers.
- Educate staff on benefit eligibility, manage annual open enrollment, and handle standard billing reconciliations.
- Responsible for ACA benefit reporting
FMLA & Leave Management
- Formally track, document, and administer all federal and state leave requests, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and short-term disability.
- Ensure strict adherence to complex timelines, medical certifications, and job-restoration compliance.
- Guide both supervisors and employees through the scheduling and return-to-work phases.
Employee Relations & Terminations
- Act as an objective advisor regarding performance-improvement plans (PIPs), progressive discipline, and workplace conflict mitigation.
- Lead the termination process from start to finishincluding drafting separation agreements, conducting exit interviews, and managing offboarding logistics.
- Mitigate employment liability by maintaining flawless documentation and upholding consistent compliance with Illinois state labor standards.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
- Experience:3–5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization.
- Credentials: Professional certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR are highly preferred.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary Range: $80,000 – $90,000 per year
- Retirement: [403(b)
- Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- Healthcare: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
