Job Description

The HR Generalist-II position at Alexandria City Public Schools is a pivotal role focused on managing leave and benefits services for employees. Reporting to the Director of Compensation & Benefits, this position requires a blend of technical expertise, customer service, and interpersonal skills. 

This job reports to the Director of Compensation & Benefits.

Qualifications

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, public administration, or a related field; equivalent training and experience also acceptable.

Certificates & Licenses:  HR Certification preferred.

Experience:  At least five years in compensation, benefits, and/or leave administration or HR management with a significant focus on compensation or benefits. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, a strong commitment to customer service, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Key Competencies:

• 2-5 years of experience in employee compensation, benefits or insurance administration.
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks/projects.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Self-management in a fast-paced environment with problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficient in Excel and adept at navigating online systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Customer-service orientation in HR settings.
• Experience in developing educational and training materials.

Essential Functions

• Leave Management: Administer various leave types (e.g., FMLA, personal leave) ensuring compliance with legal requirements and proper documentation.
• Workers’ Compensation: Oversee the program, track employee leave, and coordinate with third-party administrators.
• Substitute Management: Ensure accurate and timely processing of substitute pay.
• Benefits Administration: Manage health, welfare, and retirement plans, process enrollments and life events, and communicate benefits information effectively.
• Classification: assist Director of Compensation and Benefits in managing the reclassification process to collect documents and respond to process inquires.
• Compensation: Assist Compensation Specialist with: maintaining and processing year employee contracts, position management in HRIS system, yearly contract to employee audit process, year division calendar creation process, and processing employee actions in HRIS system.
• Customer Service: Address inquiries and resolve issues regarding compensation and benefits with internal and external stakeholders.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to government and state regulations related to compensation and benefits administration.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Act as a resource for employees, vendors, and auditors regarding but not limited to benefits enrollment, OSHA Filing, Family and Medical Leave Act, workers’ compensation, classification, total compensation, and/or Virginia Legislation relating to public schools.
• Open Enrollment: Assist in the annual benefits enrollment process, including communication and presentations.
• Special Projects: Participate in identifying inefficiencies and completing assigned projects.
• Additional Responsibilities
• Ensure effective communication with employees about their benefits and eligibility.
• Manage and review new hire documentation for employees and dependents.
• Collaborate with Payroll to ensure accurate deductions for employees on leave.
• Other duties as assigned.

Clearances

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.

Public Health Compliance

• Must follow safety and health protocols.

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