Employee Benefits & Payroll Support (EBPS) Analyst

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is seeking a detail-oriented HR Analyst to support the Employee Payroll & Benefits Support unit. You will manage payroll, benefits, and leave programs, ensuring accurate data and timely processing for the entire agency.

Responsibilities include auditing compliance, advising employees on policies, and generating reports with Cognos and Excel while maintaining records in OAKS, UKG Pro, and OnBase.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in human resources.
• Undergraduate core program in HR, business or public administration.
• Equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of HR functions within the Employee Payroll & Benefits Support unit.
• Track and process leave programs (e.g., workers’ compensation, caregiver, military, and adoption/childbirth).
• Monitor and certify FMLA claims and advise employees on related policies.
• Audit to ensure compliance and prepare reports using Cognos and Excel.
• Process agency payroll and maintain records in OAKS, UKG Pro and OnBase.

Skills

Payroll administration

Benefits administration

Human Resources

Data analysis

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate core program in HR, business, or public administration

Tools

Cognos

Excel

OAKS

UKG Pro

OnBase

Job description

Job Description - Employee Benefits & Payroll Support (EBPS) Analyst (26000713)

Employee Benefits & Payroll Support (EBPS) Analyst (26000713)

Organization

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities

Agency Contact Name and Information : Melanie Sonnier, [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Sep 30, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

150 OOD Cmplx 150 East Campus View Boulevard Columbus 43235-4604

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $27.73/hour (unless required by legislation)

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : 8:00AM - 5:00PM M-F

Union : Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Human Resources

Technical Skills : Basic Documentation, Computer Literacy, Clerical & Data Entry, Customer Service, Payroll, Benefits

Professional Skills : Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Interpreting Data, Confidentiality

Agency Overview

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence. Our agency works with partners in businesses, education, and non-profit organizations to facilitate customized employment plans for Ohioans with disabilities; helps Ohio companies recruit and retain employees with disabilities; and is the sole agency determining medical and vocational Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs in Ohio. We help connect the people of Ohio who have disabilities with the resources, support, and opportunities that fit their unique needs, abilities, and interests so that they can find and retain meaningful employment. To learn more about what we do, please visit our website at ood.ohio.gov .

Follow us on social media @OhioOOD!

HR Analyst Position Overview

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated HR Analyst to join our Human Resources team. This role plays an important part in supporting OOD’s mission to empower Ohioans with disabilities through employment, independence, and accessibility. By ensuring accurate payroll and benefits administration, you will help our employees focus on delivering impactful services to the individuals we serve.

In this position, you will manage a variety of human resources functions within the Employee Payroll & Benefits Support unit. Your responsibilities will include tracking and processing leave programs such as workers’ compensation, caregiver, military, and adoption/childbirth leave. You will monitor and certify Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) claims, advise employees on related policies, and conduct audits to ensure compliance. Using tools like Cognos and Excel, you will analyze data, prepare reports, and communicate with employees and managers regarding personnel actions and verification notices. Additionally, you will process payroll for the entire agency, research and resolve payroll issues, and maintain accurate records in systems such as OAKS, UKG Pro, and OnBase.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of human relations, government processes, and employment laws, including FMLA. Strong skills in Microsoft Office and general office equipment are essential. You should be able to define problems, analyze data, and draw valid conclusions, as well as handle sensitive inquiries with professionalism. Attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and effective communication are key to success in this role.

Division of Human Resources: Employee Benefits & Payroll Support

Employee Benefits & Payroll Support (EBPS) coordinates agency timekeeping, payroll, benefits, leave, and safety initiatives.

Classification: Human Capital Management (HCM) Analyst

Pay Information

Starting salary will be step 1, subject to law or union contract requirements. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. There are cost of living increases to these rates each year and additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Months of Employment

• At Hire
• 6 months
• 18 months
• 30 months
• 42 months

Pay Range

• Step 1
• Step 2
• Step 3
• Step 4
• Step 5
• EX 10

Hourly

• $27.73
• $29.25
• $30.83
• $32.61
• $34.35

Annual

• $57,678.00
• $60,840.00
• $64,126.00
• $67,829.00
• $71,448.00

Our roles are primarily in-office to encourage collaboration and connection, however some locations may have adjusted on-site requirements based on space availability at this time. Reporting details will be provided by the supervisor before the start date. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements.

Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver’s license.

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is not an E-Verify employer and will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Applications and Selections

"See resume" is not a substitution for completing work experience and/or supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must also be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application. If "See Resume" is used in place of work experience, your application may not be considered.

Applicants can check their application status and all vacancy-related email correspondence on "My Jobpage." On the Careers.Ohio.Gov job search webpage, once signed in the link to My Jobpage is displayed under the TeamOhio logo.Applicants who require technical assistance (e.g., issues logging in or other system-related issues) should contact [e-mail] .

The selection process consists of an online assessment and a remote structured interview. All communications are sent via email. Candidates should make sure their account contains an email address that is checked regularly including checking junk and/or spam.

Background Check

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in human resources.
• -Or completion of undergraduate core program in human resources, business or public administration.
• -Or 1 year experience as Human Capital Management Associate, 64611.
• -Or equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

Job Skills: Human Resources, Computer Literacy, Customer Service, Benefits, Payroll, Basic Documentation, Clerical and Data Entry, Critical Thinking, Interpreting Data, Attention to Detail, Adaptability, Confidentiality

Supplemental Information

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is amongst the top-ranked state agencies implementing inclusive and accessible planning and programming into businesses operations and services. We strive to hire, sustain, and promote a workforce that not only embraces this mission but is also reflective of the Ohioans we serve.

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact [e-mail] so proper arrangements can be made.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.