Careers at KCM

Director of Human Resources and Volunteer Services

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/director-of-human-resources-and-volunteer-services/

Hours: Full-time
Reports To: CFO

Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide experiences and memories to build a foundation for a lifetime of learning. Through our museum space in Glenview, IL, we offer engaging learning environments featuring interactive exhibits and programs that encourage young children to become effective learners through play. As part of our commitment to ensuring that every child has access to the best learning experiences possible, we extend our footprint throughout the Chicagoland area through outreach programs, traveling exhibits, and partnering with educators to inspire meaningful change in the education of young children.

The Museum is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Director of Human Resources and Volunteer Services to drive all HR functions, including employee relations, compensation, benefits and talent acquisition. Additionally, the Director oversees the Museum’s volunteer program and strategy. Reporting to the CFO, this role is central to the operations of the Museum and is a highly visible role, working directly with the CEO and all employees in the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work with Directors and Managers to address, investigate and resolve employee relations issues and concerns.
• Oversee recruitment for all open positions, including sourcing and screening candidates, administering background screens, and completing new hire onboarding tasks.
• Oversee benefits and group insurance plans and perform full benefits administration, including managing open enrollment and maintaining vendor relationships.
• Collaborate with the CFO to review and administer annual merit process.
• Develop and manage duties of the Volunteer Coordinator.
• Administer annual performance review process.
• Administer FMLA and other leave processes.
• Develop, recommend, and implement HR policies and procedures and maintain the employee handbook.
• Support Museum-wide training and development initiatives.
• Maintain all HR records, including reports, employee files and benefits documents.
• Utilize HRIS database (ADP) to manage employee information, create reports and support payroll processing.
• Participate in various Museum committees to support the overall mission of the Museum.
• Serve as a backup to payroll processing, as needed.

The successful candidate will possess the following:
• Undergraduate degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive, broad-based HR experience in a professional environment.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• SHRM or HRCI certification, a plus.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state labor laws.
• Commitment to managing sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
• Dependability, flexibility and strong problem solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to draw conclusions from data, assess implications and make recommendations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with an eye for attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to people at all levels of an organization.
• Experience with various office technology and HRIS database systems.
• Customer service-led attitude.
• Experience working with or for a nonprofit organization, a plus.

OTHER DETAILS
The Museum offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k and life insurances; paid vacation, sick and personal holidays; and a work-life balance culture.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates can submit a resume and cover letter, along with salary requirements to Mary Collins, at mcollins@kcmgc.org.

For more information about the position or the Museum, please visit www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org.

Kohl Children’s Museum is an Equal Opportunity

Party Coordinator

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/party-coordinator/

Hours: Part-time
Reports To: Manager of Sales and Events

The Party Coordinator provides a high level of customer service to our patrons who host their parties at the Museum.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A central role to the Museum guest experience, the Party Coordinator is responsible for being the point of contact for families that host a party at the Museum. The Coordinator will:
• Greet the party family and assist with set up and take down of their party in the party rooms
• Check in party guests and direct patrons to party rooms
• Ensure that parties are running smoothly by proactively monitoring parties and respond to any questions, concerns or requests

The successful candidate will possess the following:
• Ability to work with young, energetic children
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Friendly demeanor and positive attitude
• Ability to problem solve
• Some work experience in a Museum or customer-facing role, preferred

This is a part-time weekend role, approximately 7-13 hours per week. Interested candidates have the opportunity to work on Saturday, Sunday or both.

HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates can submit an online application found on the Careers page of our website, kohlchildrensmuseum.org/jobs.

For more information about the position or the Museum, please visit www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org.