Job Title: VP of Human ResourcesLocation: On Site - Niles, IllinoisSalary: $120,000-$135,000Skills: Multi-State Labor Law, Compliance Leadership, Employee Relations, Talent Management, SHRM-SCP/SPHR CertificationAbout the Company / Opportunity:

Join a rapidly expanding leader in the health care industry, dedicated to delivering exceptional home-based services for elderly and medically vulnerable clients across multiple states. This is an exciting opportunity to drive organizational growth and champion a compliance-focused, people-centric culture in a dynamic, fast-growing environment. As the VP of Human Resources, you'll help shape the company's strategic direction and have a direct impact on the success of both employees and the communities served.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive, multi-state HR strategy aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on labor law, workforce risk, organizational design, and change management.

Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, including healthcare-specific regulations across multiple jurisdictions.

Oversee implementation and governance of HR policies, handbooks, and procedures to promote consistency and reduce risk.

Lead internal audits, investigations, and responses to regulatory agencies, partnering with legal counsel as needed.

Enhance employee relations and manage performance frameworks for corporate and administrative staff, ensuring productive and compliant work environments.

Direct recruitment, onboarding, retention, and engagement initiatives that drive workforce performance and inclusive culture.

Design and manage compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness, transparency, and regulatory compliance.

Lead and develop the HR team, setting clear expectations, fostering professional growth, and championing ethical leadership and compliance.

Must-Have Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related fieldSHRM-SCP or SPHR certificationMinimum 7–15 years of progressive HR leadership, including multi-state employment law and compliance experienceDeep knowledge of federal, state, and healthcare-related labor/employment lawsDemonstrated ability to oversee HR policies, audits, investigations, and legal matters in a complex, regulated environmentProven track record in designing compensation, benefits, and performance management systemsExceptional communication, leadership, and change management skillsNice-to-Have Skills:

Master’s degree or Juris Doctor (JD)Experience in home health care or similarly regulated industriesBackground conducting compensation research and pay equity analysesExperience building HRIS systems and supporting multi-state operationsStrong background in employee engagement, retention, and organizational culture initiatives