Position Description
DEFINITION
Under general direction of the Vice President of Human Resources and in compliance with the Cape Fear Community College Employee Handbook and Federal / State requirements, the Human Resources Benefits Administrator provides professional support invarious functions of Human Resources. This role is responsible for Human Resources functional areas relating to Employee Benefits, Leave Administration, Employee Retirement Programs, and Benefits Compliance Reporting.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
- Receives primary supervision from the Vice President of Human Resources
- Exercises no supervision
Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :
Essential Functions :
The Human Resources Benefits Administrator is assigned to the Human Resources functional areas below :
Leave Administration
Administers Leave of Absence programs including :Family Medical Leave (FMLA)Paid Parental Leave (PPL)Short-Term Disability (STD)Long-Term Disability (LTD)Leave Without Pay (LWOP)
Administers Shared Leave ProgramRetirement Administration
Administers TSERS Retirement program and supplemental retirement programsConducts retirement consult meetings with employeesAssists employees with process for applying for retirementProcesses required retirement paperworkBenefits Administration
Administers employee benefit programs to include medical, optional benefits, retirement programs, and leaves of absencesActs in an official capacity as a State Health Benefit Representative (SBHR) for North Carolina’s medical planTracks and identifies ACA eligibility; processes ACA 1094-C and 1095-C forms annuallyOrganizes annual open enrollment through inter-departmental coordination for medical and optional benefitsEvaluates, implements, and / or monitors benefits programs for success, sustainability, and employee satisfactionProcesses changes to employee benefits and reconciles billing for employee benefitsProvides monthly reporting to payroll for new hires, terminated employees, benefits, and leave of absencesMaintains relationships with the benefit broker(s) of record and ensure online benefit enrollment systems are properly integrating with the Payroll / Human Resources Information SystemCommunicates with and builds relationships with benefits broker, insurance carriers, and employees as it relates to benefit offerings and programsCoordinates annual employee health and wellness fairOversee process for identifying and acknowledging employee years of serviceResponsible for employee benefits compliance reportingMaintains and files employee correspondence, benefit files, and other records in an electronic formatOther Important Functions :
Assists with a variety of compliance reports (including Staff Information Report, IPEDS, Census) and other data management / analysisAssists with a variety of Human Resources projectsParticipates in interdepartmental cross trainingReviews Employee Handbook regularly and remains up-to-date on policiesServes as back up to the Human Resources GeneralistServes on and / or leads various committeesCollaborates with other NC Community Colleges to learn best practicesMay serve as back-up to other roles in Human ResourcesOther duties as deemed appropriate and assigned by supervisionQualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of :
Ability to conduct research, analyze information and data, and present findings in a concise format, including analyzing and interpret policies, practices, and proceduresRequires attention to detail with strong written and verbal communications skills, including interpersonal communications and relationship management
Demonstrates effective customer service principlesStrong team player with ability to also work effectively independentlyFamiliarity of federal and state wage and salary laws and regulationsAbility To :
Maintain the security of confidential information.Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Interpret and apply CFCC goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulationsMaintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for :Making observationsReading and writingCommunicating with othersOperating assigned equipmentHandling varied tasks simultaneouslyMaintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following :Standing or sitting for extended periods of timeOperating assigned equipmentHandling varied tasks simultaneouslyBending, stooping, climbing, or lifting up to 20 poundsMaintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of :Making sound decisionsResponding to questions and inquiries effective while using tact and diplomacyDemonstrating intellectual capabilitiesPaying attention to detail leading to accuracy and thoroughness of workMaintaining sensitivity, objectivity, confidentiality, and discretion when performing workEXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES
A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying within the parameters listed in the minimum education and training below. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be :
Minimum Education :
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fieldMinimum Experience :
Two or more years of direct Human Resources experience involving any of the Human Resources functional areasExperience with HRIS systemsWorking knowledge of employee benefits, employee health and wellness and employment laws, such as FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO, and other federal, state, and local regulationsComputer skills and technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google applicationsExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsPreferred Education / Training, Experience, Skills :
Advanced Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Human Resources or related fieldFive or more years of experience in employee benefits, employee health and wellness, work culture, and employment laws, such as FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO, and other federal, state, and local regulationsFamiliarity with HRIS systems, such as TimeClock Plus, Ellucian (Colleague), and / or etrieve (SoftDocs)Knowledge of and experience in NC Retirement System and State Health PlanHuman Resources experience within a Higher Education work environmentSupplemental Information
Special Instructions to Applicants :
This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND / OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.
Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If the highest level of education is a High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.
Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master's degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.
To claim veterans’ preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.
