HR Manager (Benefits and Payroll)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

State retirement plan

Job summary

State of South Carolina’s Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation seeks an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead benefits, payroll, time and leave, and position funding for the agency.

The role will supervise HR staff, administer comprehensive benefits (health, retirement, disability, life), and ensure accurate payroll processing and policy adherence. Strong communication and discretion are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• At least 10 years of HR or benefits experience.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles and agency policies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage benefits, payroll and time/leave processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Agency’s benefits program, workers’ compensation, time and leave, payroll, and position funding.
• Administer a comprehensive benefits plan including health/dental, retirement, disability, group life and death benefits.
• Oversee payroll administration, payroll inquiries, transactions, deductions, W-2/W-4, direct deposit, and HR actions.
• Supervise and mentor HR staff.
• Lead time and leave management including FMLA and ADA.
• Manage workers’ compensation and coordinate wellness initiatives.
• Provide guidance to supervisors and employees on benefits, payroll, FMLA, workers’ comp and ADA.
• Assist with records retention, policy revisions, training, reports and awards programs.

Skills

HR management

Benefits programs

Payroll

Leadership

Communication

Policy interpretation

Training

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in HRM substitution

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Come join our team at the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) where you will experience work-life balance, great benefits, and an exciting career that supports the Agency’s mission to make South Carolina a safe place to work and live.

Job Responsibilities

• You will serve as a Human Resources Manager to lead the Agency’s benefits program, workers’ compensation, time and leave, payroll, and position funding.
• You will lead and manage the administration of a comprehensive benefits plan for the Agency, including health and dental insurance, retirement systems, disability insurance, group life insurance, and death benefits.
• You will lead and manage the Agency’s payroll administration, including payroll‑related inquiries, transactions, and corrections (i.e., W-2, W-4, deductions, direct deposit changes) and lead the processing of HR actions as they relate to insurance premiums, payroll, and position funding.
• You will supervise, train and lead a team of human resources employees who perform benefits, payroll, time and leave and other human resources functions supportive to the office.
• You will lead and manage time and leave, including but not limited to time administration. Missing time, use of leave, leave without pay, FMLA, workers compensation, and the ADA.
• You will manage the workers’ compensation process for the Agency and coordinate the Agency’s wellness initiatives.
• You will respond to inquiries and provide guidance to supervisors and employees as it relates to benefits, payroll, time and leave, FMLA, workers compensation and the ADA.
• You will perform other duties including, but not limited to, records retention process for human resources files and documents, assisting with special projects and policy revisions, conducting training based on subject matter expertise, assisting with reports, and assisting with the Agency’s state and retirement service awards program.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree and relevant human resources experience. A master’s degree in human resources management may substitute for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in human resources and/or benefits programs
• Working knowledge of principles and practices of Human Resource Management.
• Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the program areas and of the Agency policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to analyze needs and resources and to recommend and communicate solutions effectively.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting a variety of policies and procedures.
• Ability to direct and advise technical staff members.
• Exhibits strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates a high degree of discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to keep information and documentation secure.

Other Requirements

• Position works in an office and requires extended periods of sitting and/or standing.
• May need to bend, stoop, kneel and lift up to 25lbs.
• Occasional work outside of normal Agency business hours, including weekends.
• Daily telephone and computer use.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Power Point, and other computer applications.

Benefits Offered

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work‑life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time‑limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.