Human Resources Manager

Intrinsic Schools
Chicago, IL
Intrinsic Schools is a charter network whose mission is to create a revolutionary new school model that prepares all students for postsecondary success and world-changing endeavors. We offer a chance to make a unique impact in urban education by creating an academic model that leverages great teaching and the precision of technology to personalize education for each student. At our Belmont campus, we serve students in grades 7-12. At our downtown campus, we currently serve students in grades 9-12. Our student demographics are 90% students of color, 86% free and reduced lunch and 19% students with disabilities.

Why Intrinsic
We offer a chance to make a unique impact in urban education by creating an academic model that leverages great teaching and the precision of technology to personalize education for each student. Our goal is to prepare all students for post-secondary success as demonstrated by high quality student work, growth on assessments and "noncognitive" factors such as empathy, student independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity.

About the Opportunity

The HR Manager plays a pivotal role in driving effective human resources practices across the organization by managing day-to-day HR operations, supporting employee lifecycle processes, and executing strategic initiatives in collaboration with the HR Director. This role combines leadership in core HR functions with hands-on management of compliance, benefits, employee relations, recruitment, and operational support tasks. The HR Manager will also act as a key liaison between employees and leadership to maintain a positive, compliant, and productive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

  • Support implementation of org-wide HR strategy and culture initiatives set by the HR Director
  • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
  • Manage routine employee relations issues; escalate complex matters to HR Director
  • Attend disciplinary meetings alongside school leaders to ensure fairness, consistency, and documentation
  • Assist in preparation and submission of state, licensure, and compliance reports
  • Track FMLA, leave of absence, and ADA processes
  • Conduct onboarding and offboarding processes including background checks and orientation
  • Coordinate with hiring managers to ensure a positive candidate and new hire experience
  • Maintain and audit staff licensure and certification records
  • Support employee enrollment in credentialing and licensure programs as directed
  • Process open enrollment and ongoing benefits administration
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits inquiries
  • Maintain and update HRIS records
  • Monitor daily attendance and generate daily and weekly attendance reports and identify patterns or concerns and flag issues to the HR Director
  • Support time tracking compliance and follow-up with employees and managers
  • Maintain and update HRIS records
  • Run regular reports on attendance, training, and HR metrics
  • Support audits and data reviews for leadership and compliance needs
  • Coordinate logistics for HR-related training

Required Skills & Abilities

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate who is looking to build a career in Human Resources, take initiative, learn and grow. Specific requirements are:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (required)
  • 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in HR administration or management
  • Experience in the education or nonprofit sector is a plus
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • High level of integrity and confidentiality
  • Organized and detail-oriented with strong follow-through
  • Proficient in Google Suite and HRIS systems (ADP WorkforceNow preferred)
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
  • Basic understanding of employment law and HR best practices

Equal Opportunity Employer

Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

Posted 2025-09-23

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