"Assistant Director of Human Resources"

Assistant Director of Human Resources

Company: Ursinus College

Category: Human Resources

Type: Full-Time

Department

Human Resources

Overview

The Assistant Director of HR (ADHR) is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department. The ADHR will have the primary responsibility of assisting the Director of Human Resource in creating and implementing departmental plans, which involves identifying departmental needs and establishing plans of action.

Responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities:

• Supervise HR staff of 3: HR Administrative Coordinator and 2 HR Generalists.
• Provide leadership and oversight of the administration of all employee benefits programs such as health insurance, dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, long-term care insurance, retirement, Emeriti program, HSA & FSA, COBRA and other related plans.
• Under general direction of the Director, plan and direct the administration of the annual open enrollment, tuition assistance programs, worker’s compensation program, leave programs, and wellness programs.
• Provide direct oversight of payment and reconciliation of related benefits bills, including electronic transmissions, in a timely manner. Manage reconciliation of College accounts associated with all benefits plans on a monthly basis to ensure proper accounting of all payroll deductions.
• Provide direction to Benefits Administration Specialist on rules and regulations associated with the Affordable Care Act (ACA); collaborates tracking workloads of part-time employees, calculating and submitting payment of various fees associated with the ACA, and implements tracking systems necessary to stay in compliance with the ACA (Form 1095/1096 reporting).
• Manages Oracle HRIS system, including identifying and addressing departmental and institutional needs.
• In coordination with the Director, manages salary administration of all employees.
• Under direction of the Director, establishes departmental processes to address the HRSOP as initiatives become operational.
• Provide counsel and advice to all employees on matters associated with their employment with the College. Coordinate involvement in employee relations with Director and assist with action plans.
• Oversee recruitment and onboarding of all new employees, including tracking applicant logs, performing background checks, orientation of new employees.
• Manage employment and benefits data through databases, spreadsheets and reports and assist with updates to written policies as they relate to employment and benefits.
• Oversee departmental webpage; work with Administrative Coordinator to update information on HR webpage and new employee landing platform.
• Serve as primary liaison for HR department and Wellness Committee on Wellness Initiatives.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job responsibilities and activities may be modified or changed at any time with or without notice. Job descriptions will be audited periodically by the Ursinus Human Resources department to ensure they are up-to-date and reflect the essential responsibilities and duties of the job.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• 2-5 years HR Generalist experience or education in HR management is required
• Demonstrated knowledge of benefits management and plan designs
• Strong skills and experience with Microsoft Office, particularly spreadsheets, word processing and outlook is essential
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills required.
• Full understanding of applicable HR statutes and regulations such as ADA, COBRA, FMLA, FLSA, HIPAA, OSHA and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 required
• Must be strong team player
• Prior experience in higher education is a plus
• Professional designation a plus: either SHRM, PHR or CEBS

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