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Village of Deerfield, IL (pop. 19,165) is seeking experienced human resources leaders with a commitment to excellence in customer service, employee relations and development, and integrity in local government as its Human Resources-Risk Manager.
Deerfield is a vibrant and welcoming village known for its excellent schools, beautiful parks, thriving local businesses and strong sense of community. Located in Lake County with a portion in Cook County and covering an area of approximately seven (7) square miles, the village is bordered to the west by Riverwoods, Highland Park to the east, Northbrook to the south and by Bannockburn and Lake Forest to the north. The Illinois Tri-State Toll-road (Interstate 94) runs through the western part of the Village, which is home to many corporate headquarters, research centers and facilities for many well-known national and international companies.
The HR/Risk Manager is a key member of the Village’s leadership team, reporting to the Finance Director. As part of a collaborative finance team structure, the position will be responsible for the oversight, visioning, planning and coordinating of all aspects of human resources and risk management for a Village staff of 119 full-time and 5.6 part-time employees. It may also involve aspects of payroll and other Finance related tasks as well as Village wide projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, update, maintain, administer and enforce Village human resource procedures and programs in accordance with relevant legal requirements.
- Administer employment benefits programs, including health, dental, life insurance, etc.
- Investigate and coordinate property, vehicle and workman’s compensation claims with MICA.
- Assist in budget development for all related areas including salary projections, employee benefits and revenue sources.
- Assist in union contract negotiations for two CBUs, complete personnel manual updates, and maintain accurate job descriptions.
- Manage the hiring process and assist in employee onboarding, development, disciplinary actions and terminations.
- Manage unemployment claims and protest/appeal unwarranted claims.
- Complete required OSHA, EEOC and IRS related forms/paperwork.
- Coordinate training for staff on relevant HR and safety topics.
- Serve as Risk Management Committee Chairperson and member of Wellness Committee.
- Serve as staff liaison to the Volunteer Engagement Commission.
Qualifications:
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in human resource management, risk management, public administration or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
- A minimum of 5-7 years of related HR experience in a public or private organization, with similar numbers of full-time employees preferred.
- Formal HR certification desired. Examples include, but are not limited to, SHRM-CP or SPHR certificates.
- Valid Driver’s License.
Compensation and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $99,953 – $129,351 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. The Village of Deerfield offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and personal days; participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF); and professional development opportunities. The Village does not have a residency requirement.
How to Apply:
Apply online with a resume, cover letter and contact information for five professional references by February 20, 2026. Questions may be directed in confidence to Maureen Barry, MGT Senior Consultant, at 847-380-3240 x116.
The Village of Deerfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Application Deadline: February 20, 2026
Posted: 2026-01-22
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