Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) · 1 month ago
Human Resources & Benefits Specialist
Madison, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelWisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) is dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity while partnering with the University of Wisconsin. The HR & Benefits Specialist will serve as the main point of contact for employees regarding total rewards and benefits, ensuring effective communication and administration of various HR functions.
Non Profit
Hiring Manager
Maureen Miner
Responsibilities
Develop positive and effective relationships with employees and partner with vendors across a wide variety of identities throughout the organization
Provide proactive and responsive service, continually look for ways to enhance processes, and be innovative in your approach
Keep accurate record of important details, and ensure data integrity for reporting of employee data from the HRIS
Processing and ensuring our benefit plans meet the diverse needs of our employees including enrollments, terminations, and life change events
Manage FMLA, personal leaves, Worker’s Compensation, and ADA accommodation requests
Be the liaison between employees and insurance providers to resolve benefit related issues and ensure effective relationships
Processing payroll and ensuring the managed payroll services through B2E are accurate and incorporate documentation best practices
Coordinating processes for accurate data and efficient reporting related to employment, performance, and total rewards through our HRIS, UKG Ready and B2E Solutions, our managed payroll provider
Conducting new employee orientation sessions for payroll and benefits and providing ongoing support to ensure a smooth transition into WARF and a smooth offboarding process
Communicating and responding to inquiries related to organizational policies and procedures as well as assisting in the development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive policies to promote an inclusive experience for employees across a wide variety of identities
Engaging in conversations with managers and employees of diverse backgrounds, assisting with living WARF’s values of teamwork, innovation, and accountability through building trust, engaging employees, communicating, and appropriately addressing and resolving employee matters
Qualification
Required
Benefits administration experience, including familiarity with human resources best practices, payroll, benefits, and regulations including FLSA, FMLA, HIPPA, and ERISA
Associate degree in a related field such as business, or human resources or equivalent experience
Experience working with an HRIS or payroll software
Teamwork through the ability to effectively communicate and build trust across identities and with all levels of an organization
Innovation through excellent problem-solving capabilities, integrating diverse views, finding meaningful alternatives, and settling differences in productive ways
Accountability through following through on commitments, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage sensitive and personal information with confidentiality
Preferred
SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred; WARF is willing to work with selected candidate to acquire certification
UKG Ready experience is strongly preferred, with the ability to learn organization-specific programs and systems
Benefits
Health and wellness benefits, including comprehensive medical and dental health benefits
Domestic partner benefits
Generous paid time off package, including time off to volunteer and vote
Parental leave
Employer-funded defined benefit retirement plan
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance policy
Employee assistance and wellness programs
Inclusive and accessible work environment, including flexible and hybrid work arrangements
Paid on-site parking and bus passes
Professional development opportunities
Company
Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF)
As the designated technology transfer organization for the University of Wisconsin–Madison, WARF partners with companies all over the world to move university discoveries to the marketplace, improving the lives of millions.
Founded in 1925
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Erik Iverson
Chief Executive Officer
Mike Partsch
Chief Venture Officer
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