Employee Benefits & Payroll Support (EBPS) Analyst

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities; 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 join our Human Resources team. The role supports payroll and benefits, processes leave programs, and certifies FMLA claims.

You will analyze data, prepare reports, and communicate personnel actions using systems like OAKS, UKG Pro, and OnBase. The ideal candidate has knowledge of employment laws, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to handle sensitive inquiries with professionalism.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in human resources.
• Undergraduate core program in human resources, business, or public administration.
• 1 year of experience as Human Capital Management Associate (64611) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage payroll for the agency.
• Track and process leave programs (workers’ compensation, caregiver, military, adoption/childbirth).
• Audit and ensure compliance with FMLA; advise employees on related policies.
• Analyze data with Cognos and Excel and prepare reports for managers.

Skills

Human Resources

Computer Literacy

Customer Service

Benefits

Payroll

Basic Documentation

Clerical and Data Entry

Critical Thinking

Interpreting Data

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Education

Undergraduate core program in HR/Business/Public Admin

Tools

Cognos

Excel

Job description

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.

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.

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

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

Unposting Date
Sep 29, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location
150 OOD Cmplx

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

Classified Indicator
Classified

Union
Exempt from Union

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!