NEOGOV · 10 hours ago
Senior Human Resources Consultant-Benefits
NEOGOV is looking for a Senior Human Resources Consultant-Benefits to join the Town of Wake Forest's Department of Human Resources. This role involves supporting managers and employees in various HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment, and benefits administration, while promoting a positive organizational culture.
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Responsibilities
Assist Human Resources Director with the updating of the Town’s policies and standard operating procedures
Assist Assistant Human Resources Director with programs associated with the Wellness Initiatives
Assist with employee relations issues
Produce personnel files and personnel action form audits
Recruitment & Selection as it relates to public safety and sworn classifications
Develops, reviews, and maintains content for the human resources pages of the Town’s website. Serve as the Department’s web editor
Create and compile a variety of operational and performance-based reports
Assist with the planning and management of special events
Research, develop, and recommend human resource programs
Assist Human Resources Director with research or other assignments as required
Serve as lead and resource to Human Resources Consultant as it relates to Recruitment & Selection (back-up)
May perform additional duties as required and within the scope of this classification
Serve as Lead coordinating changes and updates related to Benefit operating systems; New World, Benefit Solver, and NEOGOV-PERFORM
Handle FMLA Coordination and Leaves of Absence – Town wide
Serve as HIPPA Coordinator
Facilitate LGERS retirement by engaging and coordinating with employees - Town wide related to LGERS and Empower
Serve as lead as it relates to benefits enrollment and open enrollment to address questions and providing current information
Assist the Human Resources Director by maintaining a lead role as it relates to NEOGOV and the performance evaluation portal – PERFORM
Serve as lead and internal expert administering and championing the Town’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Qualification
Required
Considerable knowledge of human resources functions and practices
Considerable knowledge of hiring policies and practices
Considerable knowledge of a personal computer and related software
Considerable knowledge of state and federal regulations related to human resources
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to organize work effectively
Ability to work independently
Ability to be organized and keep multiple functions moving smoothly
Ability to be tactful and courteous
Ability to maintain confidentiality in performing work
Ability to work as a team player
Ability to gather and compile materials from a variety of sources
Ability to use good judgment in employee relations decisions and recommendations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, supervisors, and employees
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in human resources management, business administration, or related field, with considerable experience working in a human resources department
Preferred
Experience in a local government human resources department is highly preferred
Knowledge of New World Operating systems preferred
Certifications Preferred: PSHRA-CP or SCP, SHRM-CP or SCP, PHR or SPHR
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Long-term and short-term disability programs
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Volunteer leave
Paid parental leave
Paid elder care leave
Non-matching required 401k contributions
Longevity pay bonuses
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Optional Vision coverage
Life Insurance
Long-term and Short-term Disability Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Accounts
Pension
Deferred Compensation (457) Plan and 401(k)
Social Security
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
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