Kennesaw State University · 3 weeks ago
Manager, Benefits and ADA Administration
Kennesaw, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expKennesaw State University is one of the largest public institutions in the country, committed to academic excellence and innovative research. The Manager of Benefits and ADA Administration will oversee the implementation and optimization of employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance and providing guidance to HR team members and employees regarding benefits and accommodations.
Education
Responsibilities
Responsible for analyzing and directing all functional-related activities within the area of employee benefits, providing prioritization of time and resources
Build and maintain a strong functional team of benefits practitioners through effective recruiting, training, coaching, and team building, mentoring the Benefits staff to foster a culture of continuous improvement and service excellence
Oversee the workforce accommodation process ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) and establishing best practices for eligibility, determining reasonableness, and facilitating the interactive process
Oversee leave of absence, establishing best practices and developing consistent and effective processes
Coordinate with the HR Business Partner team to align leave and ADA compliance with Employee Relations issues
Act as the case advisor on complex ADA and LOA situations
Collaborate with Payroll, Legal, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of related benefits processes
Serve as a strategic advisor to senior HR leadership
Responsible for ensuring processes and procedures on benefit plans and leave of absence are documented and updated
Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, laws, and regulations governing benefits and related systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
Five (5) years of progressive HR experience with at least three (3) years benefits administration, preferably in higher education or a complex organization
Ability to research and apply legal parameters and practices for leave and ADA administration
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
Able to adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions
Able to influence and negotiate effectively
Able to maintain objectivity and confidentiality
Experience with benefit plan administration
General knowledge of industry specific practices and federal regulations
Knowledge of University System of GA benefit plans a plus
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
Strong aptitude for balancing a need to be self-directed and take responsibility to move projects forward with discernment for seeking guidance on HR regulatory requirements and task complexities
Preferred
PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or other relevant certification
Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Experience managing a team
Experience data-drive decision making
Experience with leave and ADA administration
Company
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw State University is a public, coeducational, comprehensive university located in Kennesaw, Georgia
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.31MKey Investors
National Cemetery Administration
2024-06-17Grant· $0.31M
2022-03-02Grant
Leadership Team
Anna Bilyeu
Educational Technology Specialist/Project Lead with KSU iTeach
Steven Smalt
Accounting Professor
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