HR Generalist

Eckerd College is currently hiring for the position of HR Generalist to join our human resources team at our waterfront property along the Boca Ciega Bay in St. Petersburg, Florida in our relationship-focused community. We are searching for a service-oriented individual who supports our faculty and staff by delivering accurate, compliant, and clearly communicated benefits and leave programs.

The HR Generalist supports the Chief Human Resources Officer by coordinating and administering key human resources programs and services that contribute to a positive and well-supported work environment. This role provides day-to-day support in areas such as employee relations, benefits and leave administration, HR communications, and employee engagement initiatives.

The position requires knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations affecting employee benefits programs, including ACA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and workers' compensation. The incumbent also possesses the ability to analyze and evaluate vendor performance, cost trends, compliance risks, and billing discrepancies as well as demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Benefits Overview

Eckerd College offers a competitive benefits package, including the following:

• 100 percent tuition remission for employees, spouses, and dependents; access to Tuition Exchange network

• HMO and HDHP medical insurance options; employer contribution to HSA for those on the high deductible plan that start date of hire.

• PPO dental and vision insurance networks; employer-provided life, short-term disability, and long-term disability plans that start date of hire.

• Generous employer contribution to employee’s retirement plan upon eligibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the CHRO in the implementation of HR initiatives, training programs, and organizational development projects.

• Assist in the resolution of employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, investigations, and performance improvement.

• Administer employee benefit programs including enrollment and eligibility, compliance, vendor management, utilization, and billing and reconciliation.

• Oversee all federal and institutional leave programs (FMLA, workers compensation, etc.) and requests for accommodation under the ADA.

• Track HR metrics, prepare reports, and make recommendations to leadership

• Reconcile benefits invoices and resolve discrepancies with vendors and payroll, including approving corrections, requesting refunds or credits, and escalating systemic issues. Analyze root causes of billing errors and implement process improvements to strengthen internal controls and reduce future discrepancies.

• Oversee employee engagement efforts, recognition programs, and internal communications.

• Manage all employee communications and education related to benefits and leave programs, including responding to inquiries and creating informational materials

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and workplace concerns.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Frequently required to remain stationary and perform work on a computer or mobile device.

• Frequently required to communicate with others in person or via email, video conferencing, chat applications, social media, and/or telephone.

• After-hours work required (evenings, weekends) during peak times.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field and three (3) years of relevant experience. The equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

How to Apply

All interested candidates must apply online at http://eckerd.exacthire.com. Follow the instructions to complete the online application.

Employment will require a successful background check.

Eckerd College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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