Job Details

The Human Resource Manager will lead the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers employee health, welfare and retirement plans company-wide. Benefit programs include: 401 (k) Retirement Plan, Group Health Plan, as well as other offered programs; act as liaison to ensure effective utilization of plans and positive employee relations. Ensures plans are administered in accordance with federal and state regulations and plan provisions are followed.
• Conduct wage surveys, participate and make recommendation for compensation program; develop and rewrite job descriptions as necessary; monitor performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.
• Develop, recommend, and implement personnel policies and procedures; prepare and maintain handbook on policies and procedures; records, reports, and logs to conform to EEO regulations.
• Manages annual open enrollment period during each year. Arranges for distribution of materials from carriers, assists with, communicating changes to employees and arranges for on-site representation by providers, Conducts employee presentations. Processes changes within deadlines.
• Keeps management advised of potential problem areas and recommends/implements solutions as appropriate.
• Performs recruitment activities, interviews, and evaluates candidates for select positions; maintains records related to same.
• Manages payroll process and related duties.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

The individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of the position.

● Problem solving—the individual identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully

● Interpersonal Skills—the individual maintain confidentiality, remain open to others' ideas and exhibit willingness to try new things

● Oral communication—the individual speak s clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations

● Planning/organizing—the individual prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently and develop realistic action plans

● Quality control—the individual demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality

● Adaptability—the individual adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events

● Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance

● Safety and security—the individual actively promote and personally observe safety and security procedures, and use equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or appropriate equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Minimum of five years' experience administering employee benefit plans in the health and welfare areas.
• Experience administering 401 (k) retirement programs.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Superior verbal/written skills and presentation skills. Good punctuation, spelling, grammar and attention to detail a must.
• Strong interpersonal skills essential.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of insurance regulations, plan designs and third party record keeping/administration required. Familiarity with COBRA, ERISA, FMLA and related state and federal regulations required.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP a plus!