Benefits , Wellness Manager

Agency Safety Division 70000075 Dept of Public Safety Job Classification Title Agency HR Manager I (S) Position Number 60056295 Grade NC19

About Us

The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.

Description of Work Are you seeking a meaningful and rewarding career in Human Resources / Employee Benefits? If so, continue reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity with the North Carolina Department of Public Safety.

This is an INTERNAL POSTING open ONLY to current North Carolina State Government and UNC System employees and eligible RIF candidates. Temporary employees are also eligible to apply.

This Agency HR Manager I will serve as the Benefits and Wellness Manager for NC DPS and will independently manage the Insurance Benefits Program, oversee the management of the Voluntary Shared Leave (VSL), Retirement, Disability, LOA/Separations and Time and Leave Programs and manage the Wellness Program for the Department of Public Safety.

This position establishes, revises, interprets and communicates policy regarding the application of OSHR policies, state and federal laws, rules and regulations and serves as a Subject Matter Expert for benefits, retirement, disability, time and leave programs, and wellness.

Position provides guidance and consultation, as well as researching problems, analyzing complex data and making recommendations for resolution to management, facility managers, supervisors and agency employees as it relates to issues with the application of Insurance, VSL, Retirement, Disability, LOA/Separations. Time/Leave and Wellness programs. Position is responsible for writing/updating policy and administrative memorandums, maintenance & development of insurance forms, operational and auditing tools, developing training curriculum and serves a resource to the VSL Coordinator regarding the discussion of exception requests, approving cases and prorates. Position is also responsible for updating the DPS HR SharePoint site as information changes.

The Health, Safety & Benefits unit is responsible for managing and administering a variety of HR Programs for the Department of Public Safety (DPS) in the areas of the IHRPS time/leave system, Benefits Administration, Worker's Compensation, Health and Wellness and Safety. The Health, Safety and Benefits Unit provides HR services and support in the assigned areas to approximately 6200 permanent DPS employees, 750 temporary employees, and 10,000 National Guard members. The work unit oversees a variety of HR functions providing training and guidance including interpretation of laws, rules, policies, etc. associated with the Short/Long Term Disability Programs, Department's Retirement Program, Leave/Benefits Programs, Health Benefits, and LOA/Separation Actions, Worker’s Compensation and Health, Wellness and Safety. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Recruitment Range: $67,122.00 - $93,503.00

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator.

The work schedule is Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program.

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.

The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.

All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources.

Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.

Management Preferences

• Experience with State insurance, benefits, and/or wellness programs
• TSERS retirement and/or disability experience
• Experience processing PA actions in Fiori
• Experience troubleshooting time/leave issues in Fiori
• Experience administering leave programs to include Voluntary Shared Leave, FML, Community Service Leave, Bereavement Leave and/or Paid Parental Leave

The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved, and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency, prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Transcripts

• Attaching transcripts is optional; however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.
• Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
• International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members.

Military Experience

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
• A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
• A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

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For more information about the application process, please visit State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions. For technical issues related to your Workday applications, please place a support ticket. For basic information regarding employment with North Carolina State Government, please call (984) 236-0800. If there are any questions about this specific vacancy other than your application status, please contact MG Orman at martha.g.orman@ncdps.gov or Laura Holloway at laura.holloway@ncdps.gov.

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Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree, typically in Human Resources or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and at least 4 years of experience in human resources with some experience in an HR lead position; or equivalent combination or education and experience.

EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Laura B HollowayRecruiter Email:

LAURA.HOLLOWAY@NCDPS.GOV

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