Human Resources Assistant Director

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: East Lansing, MICHIGAN

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Work type:Support Staff
Pay Grade: 15
Major Administrative Unit / College: Human Resources
Department: Human Resources 10070642
Sub Area: APSA- Pro Supervisory
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location:East Lansing
Categories:Human Resources, Professional Supervisory- APSA, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union, Remote-Friendly


Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Benefits, the Assistant Director will administer multiple benefit programs from the point of vendor selection to implementation and addressing any service issues that may arise.  This position collaborates with the Director to sustain, promote, and grow benefit programs in support of the strategic plan including data analysis, compliance-related analysis, and identifying the impact on systems.

This non-union position manages multiple programs for Human Resources (HR) Benefits, including but not limited to; negotiating with vendors over service and benefits costs; assisting the Director of Benefits in the overall administration of the benefits function, including acting as a proxy for the Director as needed during absences; investigating new benefits programs, improving existing programs, and supervising benefits administration, as well as providing analytical and technical support in the delivery of benefits programs having a broad impact on MSU Human Resources and the university.


Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Human Resources or a related field; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in employee benefits administration; demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with key stakeholders; experience in IRS Section 125 self-funded and fully insured benefits administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


Desired Qualifications

Experience with ERISA and COBRA plans, Medicare and Medicaid coordination, ACA reporting, and supervision of a team of managers; PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM- SCP, CEBS certification; advanced degree in related field; experience in higher education and contract and union negotiations.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.


Required Application Materials

Resume

Cover Letter


Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5


Website

http://hr.msu.edu


Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.


Advertised:Jan 10, 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:Feb 6, 2024 Eastern Standard Time



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