HR Generalist - Employee Benefits and Worker's Compensation Specialist - 19799 - UWW Internal Posting
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ATTENTION:
The Department of Human Resources in the Division of Administrative Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a HR Generalist - Employee Benefits and Worker's Compensation Specialist (HR Generalist HR010).
This is an internal posting for current UW-System employees. Applicants who currently are not employed by UW-System in a qualifying category will not be considered. After review of internal applicants, the position may be opened for public application.
JOB DETAILS:
Functioning under the general supervision of the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer, this position is responsible for fulfilling specific operational needs of Employee Benefits, W/FMLA, Worker’s Compensation and UW Whitewater Wellness Initiatives as well as providing general administrative support to Human Resources Department.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Qualifications
· Associate’s degree in human resources and/or other related field, or two (2) years of equivalent work experience in human resources or a closely related area.
Preferred Qualifications
· Working knowledge of the rules and procedures of the Wisconsin workers’ compensation claims management process
· Knowledge of Risk Management, Occupational Safety & Health rules and practices
· Knowledge of Federal and Wisconsin Family Medical Leave Act
· Knowledge of UW System Employee Benefits
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required:
· Working knowledge of general office operations
· Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
· Demonstrated attention to detail
· Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a diverse population
· Ability to work collaboratively with campus employees, students, other state agency personnel, insurance carriers, and the general public
· Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities, coordinate work, meet deadlines, and event planning
· Ability to use discretion in decision-making and function independently
· Ability to handle information and records with discretion and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic cultural and ethnic backgrounds
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Benefits Coordination, Support and Liaison
1. Serves as the subject matter expert and provides information and guidance for the Employee Assistance program.
2. Coordinate with UW Shared Services regarding employee’s benefit plans and provisions.
3. Manages the campus open enrollment events.
4. Develops and delivers benefit training sessions.
5. Represent UWW at the UW system and ETF benefit and open enrollment trainings and meetings.
6. Ensures compliance and provides resources for the campus Breast Feeding policy for nursing mothers and serves as the subject matter expert for both campuses.
7. Coordinates and manages the annual Employee Benefits Fair
8. Secure year-round vendor visits.
B. Family and Medical Leave Act
1. Serves as the campus expert for FMLA/WFMLA.
2. Develops and executes trainings, and disseminates information for supervisors and employees regarding FMLA/WFMLA and leave policies and procedures.
3. Manages the UWW paid and unpaid leaves of absence activities.
4. Create and maintain statistical data for reporting purposes.
5. Provides supervisors and managers with tools to track leave usage.
C. Workers Compensation Support
1. Update all lost days and restricted days on Stars Web ensuring the OSHA log is correct. Run the Osha 300A report and distribute to the appropriate office(s).
2. Act as liaison between insurance investigators and campus employees.
3. Arrange interview appointments for claims investigators.
D. Other Job-Related Duties as Assigned
1. Assist in the planning and hosting of Employee Wellness programming
2. Provide administrative support to the Human Resources Department
3. Provide information and support to employees regarding the UW Whitewater Employee Wellness Initiatives.
4. Serve on campus and UW System committees as needed
CAMPUS INFORMATION:
Founded in 1868, UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions and a statewide Extension. UW-Whitewater’s main campus is located in Whitewater, with a branch campus in Rock County, in the city of Janesville. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. UW-Whitewater’s campuses are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offer the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.
The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs offered at the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. These include both on-campus and online programs, and span the disciplines, from the theoretical to the applied, and encompass study in the arts, business, education, humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, technology, and professional and interdisciplinary programs.
UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the nation. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater’s intercollegiate athletic teams compete at the NCAA Division-III level. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a salary commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System’s comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.
SPECIAL NOTES:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Applications received by June 20, 2023 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1072 or hrstudent@uww.edu.
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Kai Instefjord
HR Manager
262-472-1024
TO APPLY:
Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Name and contact information for three professional references
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