COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS SPECIALIST

Opportunity Village, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Opportunity Village, Inc. in Las Vegas is seeking a Compensation and Benefits Specialist to administer compensation, benefits, leave, and workers’ compensation programs, ensuring federal, state, and local compliance.

You will coordinate enrollment, leave administration, and annual compensation processes while working with Payroll, Finance, and external vendors. The role requires strong communication, discretion with confidential information, and the ability to manage multiple projects under

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or three years HR experience with compensation and benefits.
• One year experience with an Applicant Tracking System.
• Knowledge of State and Federal Laws governing HR policies.
• CPI certification within 30 days of employment.
• CPR and First Aid Certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain compensation, benefits, and leave programs in compliance with applicable laws and policies.
• Maintain accurate compensation, benefits, and leave data in the HRIS system.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment, open enrollment, and related communications.
• Partner with Payroll, Finance, leadership, and vendors to resolve issues.
• Manage FMLA and other leave programs including notices and tracking.
• Oversee Workers’ Compensation claims from reporting to resolution.
• Support annual compensation processes including salary reviews and merit increases.
• Stay current on regulatory changes and best practices in compensation and benefits.

Skills

Communication skills

Social perceptiveness

Problem solving

Time management

Discretion with confidential info

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

3+ years HR experience in comp & benefits

Applicant Tracking System experience

Knowledge of HR laws (state & federal)

CPI certification within 30 days

CPR and First Aid certification within 30 days

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS systems

Payroll software

Data entry

Job description

# COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS SPECIALISTHot JobOAKEY CAMPUS OF OPPORTUNITY VILLAGE - LAS VEGAS, NV 89146; ENGELSTAD CAMPUS OF OPPORTUNITY VILLAGE - LAS VEGAS, NV 89113## OverviewLevelExperiencedPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftAnyEducation LevelHigh SchoolCategoryHuman Resources## Description## **SUMMARY**Under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, the Compensation and Benefits Specialist is responsible for administering and maintaining the organization’s compensation, benefits, leave, and Workers’ Compensation programs while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This role serves as a key resource to team members and managers, providing guidance on benefits, leave, compensation, and Workers’ Compensation matters while coordinating enrollment, leave administration, claims, annual compensation processes, and related communications. The Specialist works closely with internal and external partners to ensure programs are administered accurately, efficiently, and confidentially. This position also supports compliance, audits, program implementation, policy development, and ongoing improvements to compensation and benefits practices while staying current on regulatory requirements and emerging industry practices.Embrace Opportunity Village's core values by cultivating positive and meaningful CONNECTIONS with participants and team members, demonstrating ENTHUSIASM, high standards of PRODUCTIVITY, authentic STEWARDSHIP, and consistent participation in individual and team DEVELOPMENT.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**1. Utilize appropriate methods for working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.2. Report suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, Isolation, and Abandonment (ANEIA) immediately as mandated by state law.3. Some travel to a variety of locations in the Las Vegas area.4. Must be able to meet all requirements of OV vehicle policies and travel:* Between worksite locations* Within the community5. Administer and maintain the company’s compensation, benefits, and leave programs in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.6. Maintain accurate compensation, benefits, and leave data in the HRIS system.7. Coordinate team member benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and other company-sponsored benefits.8. Serve as a primary point of contact for team members and managers regarding benefits, leave, and related inquiries.9. Manage benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, annual open enrollment, and related team member communications.10. Partner with fellow HR team members, Payroll, Finance, leadership, and external vendors to resolve compensation and benefits issues and ensure accurate and timely processing.11. Manage relationships with benefits brokers, consultants, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators.12. Assist with the evaluation, implementation, and ongoing administration of benefits programs, compliance, policies, procedures, and systems.13. Administer FMLA and other applicable federal, state, and local leave programs, including eligibility, required notices, certifications, tracking, and return-to-work processes.14. Maintain confidential leave records and coordinate related payroll, benefit deductions, and leave-related pay adjustments.15. Support annual compensation processes, including salary reviews, merit increases, bonus calculations, promotions, and compensation adjustments.16. Manage Workers’ Compensation claims from initial reporting through resolution, including claim documentation, carrier communication, and return-to-work coordination.17. Serve as a resource to team members and managers regarding Workers’ Compensation processes, medical restrictions, transitional duty, and return-to-work requirements.18. Maintain accurate Workers’ Compensation records and monitor claim status, lost time, restrictions, and return-to-work dates.19. Monitor compensation, benefits, leave, and Workers’ Compensation practices for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; assist with required filings and audits.20. Prepare and maintain benefits, leave, and compliance documentation, policies, procedures, and team member resources.21. Stay current on regulatory changes, market trends, and emerging practices in compensation, benefits, and leave administration.22. Adhere to Opportunity Village's established policies and procedures.23. May be assigned other duties as needed.**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES**This position does not directly supervise team members but oversees projects involving multiple stakeholders, each with individual deadlines and responsibilities. The position also provides direction, coordination, and support to volunteers within the department.## Qualifications**SKILLS REQUIRED*** Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, team members, and supervisors (verbal and written)* Must possess social perceptiveness to assess and understand others’ reactions and behaviors.* Ability to resolve multiple complex issues simultaneously while remaining calm in stressful situations.* Ability to accept and apply performance-based feedback.* Ability to conduct tasks and successfully perform under critical deadlines.* Established ability to remain composed and impartial in all situations.* Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office and related database tools.* Proven ability to handle confidential information.* Ability to think critically, define problems, and draw valid conclusions.* Strong time management and organizational skills.* Be well-organized and able to manage multiple projects and priorities with ease.* Must have a professional and positive demeanor.* Ability to develop strong working relationships with team members across the organization.* Must be able to take initiative.* Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse groups.**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE*** Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.* Required: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field or three (3) years of verifiable work experience in Human Resources with an emphasis in compensation and benefits.* Required: One (1) year of experience working with an Applicant Tracking System.* Required: Knowledge of State and Federal Laws governing Human Resources policies.* Required: Current CPI certification within 30 days of employment* Required: Current CPR and First Aid Certification within 30 days of employment* Preferred: Previous experience managing leaves of absence and workers' compensation for an organization between 400-750 team members.* Preferred: Previous experience overseeing a benefits plan for an organization between 400-750 team members.* Preferred: Experience working with individuals with disabilities.#### #### **PHYSICAL ABILITIES & WORK ENVIRONMENT**The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and functions of the position. The list below of minimum essential functions is illustrative of the minimums only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed.* Ability to lift and move items up to 40 pounds.* Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods.* Ability to perform effectively in a standard office environment.* Ability to work evenings and weekends as required or scheduled.* Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and examine documents, records, and files.