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Connecticut College Employee Benefits and Leave Specialist in New London, Connecticut
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Position Information
Position Title Employee Benefits and Leave Specialist
Department Benefits -Group
Pay Type Exempt
Appointment Type (A) Continuing Full-Time
Hours Per Week 37.5
Number of weeks 52 weeks per year
other - # of weeks 52
Benefits Eligible Full Benefits
Geographical Regional
Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement No
Work Schedule Monday- Friday 8:30-5:00
Job Description
General Scope of Duties
As an integral member of the HR team, support the day-to-day functions of the Human Resources team in the employee benefits and leave programs. Processes the administrative functions associated with employee benefits, including new hires, qualifying events, leaves of absence, and terminations or retirements. In all actions, assumes responsibility for adherence to federal and state laws as well as Connecticut College’s policies and procedures. Performs all duties with a high-level of customer service and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. Must possess strong program and project skills and the knowledge to navigate the complexities of Employee benefits, leaves, time off, and workplace accommodations.
General Duties and Responsibilities
Assist newly eligible employees by helping them with benefit enrollment, responding to their questions and resolving any benefits issues.
Process employee benefit enrollments, benefit terminations, and changes with benefit providers.
Enter employee payroll deductions and maintain all benefit related information in the College’s HRIS and related filing systems.
Coordinate employee/retiree education programs such as benefits fair, pre-retirement workshops, and retirement planning workshops.
Educate employees (faculty and staff) on their leave benefits including: sick, vacation, short term, long term disability, worker’s comp, family medical leave, parental leave and unpaid personal leave.
Respond to and process leave benefit requests, including but not limited to providing timely communications to employees and their supervisors, obtaining and reviewing leave applications, maintaining employee records both electronic and paper, and track leave statuses and utilization.
Distribute and process Family Medical Leave ( FML ) requests including, but not limited to obtaining all necessary documentation, communicating leave status to employees and their supervisors, recording leaves in College’s FML tracking system, maintaining files, and prepare reports as needed.
Interact with benefit providers to resolve service delivery problems and enhance service.
HRIS and related filing systems.
Ensure the collection of information to comply with Affordable Care Act including the preparation and distribution of IRS forms 1094c and 1095c.
Audit benefit plans to insurance data integrity between system.
Support the Dean of the Faculty administration to ensure faculty receive benefits information and consultation.
Support the HR department’s day-to-day operations.
Promote healthy habits and prevention of illness by implementing a comprehensive wellness program, under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, for faculty, staff and their dependents that includes training and educational programs and activities.
Review the payroll reports to ensure all data entered into the Banner system is correct before payroll is run.
Education and Skills
Bachelor’s degree and 2 – 3 years of benefits/payroll experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interact well with a variety of people from all areas of the college and community
Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of electronic payroll and applicant tracking systems preferred
Ability to foster a cooperative work environment and demonstrate positive leadership characteristics
High integrity needed to handle confidential information
Attention to detail
Well-organized, able to work under pressure, plan and accomplish goals
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Sitting
Driving Required No
Salary Range $65,000-$75,000
Covid Vaccine Information
Effective June 8, Connecticut College will no longer mandate the COVID -19 vaccine or boosters. The College strongly recommends that all students and employees be vaccinated and remain updated with their COVID -19 boosters
Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 08/22/2024
Applications accepted through
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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