Benefits Coordinator

Commerce; United States; Ibrido; USD 41.000 - 69.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

12 Annual Holidays

Health Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

State Retirement (TSERS)

401(k) and 457 plans

Employee discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is seeking a Benefits Coordinator who also serves as a Payroll Time Administrator for Leave Management. You will oversee FMLA, FIL, VSL and related programs, audit documentation, and provide guidance on retirement benefits.

You will develop agency policies to ensure regulatory compliance and supervise the Benefits Representative, with backup duties for retirement processing. A hybrid telework option may be available.

Competenze

• Experience interpreting state statutes, policies, and regulations for employee benefits.
• Experience administering FMLA, FIL, and VSL leave programs.
• Ability to apply benefits and leave policies to determine actions and resolve discrepancies.

Mansioni

• Serve as Benefits Coordinator and Payroll Time Administrator for Leave Management.
• Submit paperwork and provide guidance on Retirement benefits.
• Develop and maintain agency policy in benefits and leave areas for compliance.
• Supervise Benefits Representative and back up retirement processing.
• Assist with retirement process management.

Conoscenze

Leave management

FMLA

FIL

VSL

Benefits administration

Retirement benefits guidance

Policy development

Regulatory compliance

HR systems

Formazione

Associate’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Strumenti

Integrated HR Payroll System

Descrizione del lavoro

Agency Dept of Commerce Division Human Resources Job Classification Title HR Technician III (NS) Position Number 60077393 Grade NC09

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state's lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians. The Department connects businesses with the site locations, workforce and infrastructure they need to succeed in one of the nation's top states for business. We also connect local communities with the grants and funding they need to attract new business and ensure future prosperity.

Description of Work

This position serves as the Agency’s Benefits Coordinator and one of two Payroll Time Administrators, specifically for Leave Management.

• Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) program
• Family Illness Leave (FIL) program
• Voluntary Shared Leave (VSL) program
• Wellness Program
• Short-term Disability (STD) and Long-term Disability (LTD)

The position also submits paperwork, provides guidance and counseling to employees on Retirement benefits. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining agency policy in these areas to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations. This position supervises the Benefits Representative position and services as backup for the responsibilities of that position. Additional responsibilities include management of the retirement process.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying state statutes, policies, and regulations governing employee benefits, including disability, retirement, and workers’ compensation.
• Demonstrated experience administering Employee Leave Programs, including Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Illness Leave (FIL), and Volunteered Shared Leave (VSL), including determining eligibility, reviewing supporting documentation and applying applicable Leave provisions.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing individual employee circumstances and applying applicable Benefits and Leave Policies to determine appropriate actions, resolve discrepancies, and provide accurate guidance.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing employee records and supporting documentation, identifying missing or conflicting information, conducting fact-finding, and making accurate determinations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience processing and verifying personnel actions, including Leave of Absence (LOA), Separations, and Family Medical Leave in an Integrated HR Payroll System.

Internal to State Employees Posting: Only for current North Carolina State Agency or University employees, eligible RIF candidates from North Carolina State Government, or current temporary employees.

Recruitment Range: $41,206 - $68,518

This is a full-time, permanent position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including health insurance, as well as retirement. This position may be eligible for a hybrid telework option subject to the business need and management approval.

Incentives of NC State Employment

We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Benefits to include:

• 12 Annual Paid Holidays and monthly accrual of vacation and sick leave
• North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna
• Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental, and Vision
• NC State Retirement (TSERS), 401(k), and 457 savings plans
• WeSave Employee Discounts
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Learn more about new hire resources, safety, health, and wellness information, leave options, employee discounts and more by selecting the benefits link.

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. Commerce does not provide employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment. Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax by the vacancy closing date. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22. Our Agency uses the OSHR Recruiting and Posting of Vacancies Policy to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment using the Careers with the State of NC portal.

Re-Entry for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Our Agency supports the Governor's Executive Order 303 which seeks to re-employ individuals that were previously incarcerated. Formerly incarcerated individuals are invited to apply for any vacant Commerce position(s) in which they believe they are qualified. By providing the requested information, you certify that you have given true, accurate and complete information on this attachment to the best of your knowledge. In the event confirmation is needed in connection with your work, you authorize educational institutions, associations, registration and licensing boards, and others to furnish whatever detail is available concerning your qualifications. You authorize investigation of all statements made in this application and understand that false information or documentation, or a failure to disclose relevant information may be grounds for rejection of your application, disciplinary action or dismissal if you are employed, and(or) criminal action. You further understand that dismissal upon employment shall be mandatory if fraudulent disclosures are given to meet position qualifications (Authority: GS 126-30, GS 14- 122.1).

Minimum Education and Experience

Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Associate’s degree, typically in Human Resources or relevant field from an appropriately accredited institution and 2 years of experience required; or 3 years of progressive experience in Human Resources; or equivalent combination or education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities, known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.