Benefits & Leave Admin II- HRD Division

Job Description - Benefits & Leave Admin II- HRD Division (2502820)

Job Description

Benefits & Leave Admin II- HRD Division - ( 2502820 )

Position Information

TxDOT's Human Resources Division is looking for the right talent to join their Benefits & Leave team as Benefits and Leave Administrator. If you have a strong work ethic, self-motivated and a desire to make a positive impact, then let's talk!

Minimum Salary

57,614.00

Maximum Salary

75,500.00

Pay Basis

Yearly FLSA Status : Exempt

Work Locations

Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 Location Flexibility : Onsite

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including :

Retirement Plans

Alternative and / or Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives

Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at : Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit : Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Performs highly complex benefits and leave program administration work specializing in military leave ensuring compliance with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), and state and federal statutes. Responds to general questions from Department employees, human resources personnel, and management; interacting with the Employees Retirement System of Texas, Office of the Attorney General (OAG), the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA), and other entities on behalf of Department employees; and maintaining human resources systems. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

• Conducts leave report audits daily, monthly, quarterly, and annually to ensure accuracy of leave requests from PeopleSoft and other sources taking the appropriate action to resolve any discrepancies.
• Provides guidance to military employees and supervisors regarding military leave policies and procedures and responds to military leave requests.
• Runs and distributes monthly reports for military Time Reporting Code, veterans leave, and military employees' leave without pay.
• Submits military employee's timesheets and coordinates payroll adjustments with the Financial Management Division.
• Provides guidance to department management and employees regarding policies and procedures for special leave programs (Extended Sick Leave, Family Leave Pool and Sick Leave Pool) including Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
• Participates in the review and revision of Department HR policies and procedures pertaining to military leave ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements and Extended Sick Leave, Sick Leave Pool, Sick Leave Donation and Family Leave Pool Program as outlined by the Texas Government Code and Texas Administrative Code providing written recommendations to management.
• Consults and collaborate with management, HR Staff, and governmental agencies regarding interpretation of rules and laws to ensure program compliance with state, federal laws and regulations as it relates to Special Leave Programs and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
• Assists in reviewing and analyzing proposed state regulations and legislation related to benefits and leave.
• Researches, analyzes, and resolves human resources issues; and provides solutions for assigned benefits and leave program areas and makes recommendations to HRD leadership.
• Represents the Department at job and benefits fairs and internal and external committees.
• Maintains and updates HR Programs Section job aids, presentations, and other educational and informational materials on a quarterly basis or in coordination with policy, procedure, or system changes; monitors Internet / Intranet content to include hyperlink testing and coordinates the publication of updates as required.
• Develops and conducts benefits and leave training for other HR staff and other department personnel as required.
• Serves as subject matter expert for benefits and leave related programs, policies, and procedures to other human resources professionals.
• Assists with planning and developing benefit and leave programs, which have department impact, and determining and implementing effective communication strategies.
• Consult with appropriate PeopleSoft HCM technical support vendor regarding technical issues or challenges as it relates to benefits & leave.
• Reviews and reconciles insurance and leave files; coordinates corrections with external and internal contacts.
• Assists in the maintenance of various human resources automated systems to include but not limited to assisting in identifying system enhancements and validating and testing system functionality.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of benefits and leave information, to include standard operating procedures; coordinating the publication of information; and conducting benefits and leave information sessions designed for Department employees and human resources personnel
• Attends work in accordance with established schedule.
• Attends miscellaneous meetings, to include meetings with customers, upon request.
• Completes mandatory training with established timeframe

Meets project and response deadlines.

3 years of experience in human resources, benefits and / or leave, or related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Preferred : some PeopleSoft and military leave experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

Licenses and Certifications :

Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications :

Considerable knowledge of :

Ability to :

Other Attributes :

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code / title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

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