HR Operations Lead: Benefits, Payroll & Compliance (Higher Ed)

POSITION TITLE:

HR Manager

APPOINTMENT:

Appointed by the Chancellor of the College upon recommendation of the Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration and Director of Human Resources.

LINE AND STAFF RELATIONSHIPS

Directly responsible to the Director of Human Resources.

GENERAL POSTION SUMMARY:

The HR Manager provides leadership and oversight of daily human resources operations, ensuring efficient, compliant, and service-oriented delivery of HR programs across the College. This position manages key functions including recruitment support, employee lifecycle processes, benefits and retirement administration, and payroll support. The HR Manager serves as a primary resource for employees, promoting understanding of policies, benefits, and procedures while maintaining strict confidentiality and accuracy in all records and transactions. Additionally, the role supports institutional compliance with federal and state regulations, contributes to employee engagement and training initiatives, and collaborates with internal departments to ensure timely, consistent, and effective HR services aligned with the College’s mission and operational goals. About RPCC: River Parishes Community College is an open admission institution that partners with the communities and businesses of the river parishes region of Louisiana to provide workforce training, certificates, diplomas, and Associate Degrees. Please visit our website for more information: . River Parishes Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. River Parishes Community College also operates in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, of the 1962 Educational Amendments, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator, Shalither S. Cushenberry, has been chosen to respond to student-related issues concerning the nondiscrimination policy at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Faculty and staff are encouraged to contact Brian J. Vermeire in the Office of Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. At RPCC, the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in Career and Technical classes and activities in our institution. The College is also in compliance with the Family Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-380) as amended by the (P.L. 95-568).

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Two (2) years of administrative or human resources support experience required. Experience with record management, payroll support, training coordination, or contract administration preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of human resources administrative processes and records management practices. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Detail-oriented with strong follow-through skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR information systems. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels of the organization. Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in human resources within higher education or a public-sector environment. Experience coordinating professional development or employee engagement activities. Experience managing contracts or compliance documentation.

POSITION TITLE:

HR Manager

APPOINTMENT:

Appointed by the Chancellor of the College upon recommendation of the Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration and Director of Human Resources.

LINE AND STAFF RELATIONSHIPS

Directly responsible to the Director of Human Resources.

GENERAL POSTION SUMMARY:

The HR Manager provides leadership and oversight of daily human resources operations, ensuring efficient, compliant, and service-oriented delivery of HR programs across the College. This position manages key functions including recruitment support, employee lifecycle processes, benefits and retirement administration, and payroll support. The HR Manager serves as a primary resource for employees, promoting understanding of policies, benefits, and procedures while maintaining strict confidentiality and accuracy in all records and transactions. Additionally, the role supports institutional compliance with federal and state regulations, contributes to employee engagement and training initiatives, and collaborates with internal departments to ensure timely, consistent, and effective HR services aligned with the College’s mission and operational goals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

HR Administration (40%) Administers the day-to-day operations of the human resources programs and activities. Directs college wide human resources operations, activities, and support services involved in the processing, recruitment, screening, selection, orientation, development, evaluation, and compensation of employees; assist with establishing and maintaining related time lines and priorities; assure related activities comply with applicable requirements, laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Benefits and Retirement (40%) Examine Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (LASERS), Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (TRSL), Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), the Office of Group Benefits (OGB) and other on-line systems to determine eligibility, enrollment and employee benefits. Review retirement membership enrollment forms for accuracy and completeness and submit timely to the appropriate retirement system. Provide services to employees by answering benefit questions, resolving problems related to access to or payment of benefits. Conduct benefit and retirement orientation for new hires or newly eligible employees and process enrollment forms, changes and other requests. Maintain knowledge of current developments in the field of Human Resources and relevant legal issues related to employee benefits and retirement. Assist with development of and presentation of educational seminars for employees regarding benefits and other related topics. Coordinate the announcement and meeting locations for the voluntary or miscellaneous supplementary benefits programs. Reconcile monthly invoices and monitoring reports and coordinate with agency Payroll and Finance divisions for payments, corrections, changes, etc. Evaluate the various websites related to benefits and ensure information entered via online systems for members interfaces with the appropriate system and HRIS (BenefitFocus and Banner). Maintain employee benefits data in HRIS System (BenefitFocus and Banner) Ensure that the agency complies with the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Administer and manage the agency’s Employee Assistance Program. Payroll Support (15%) Serve as backup support for payroll processing activities as needed. Assist with payroll data entry, timesheet verification, and payroll documentation. Coordinate with payroll personnel to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing. Maintain payroll-related records and assist in resolving discrepancies. Perform other duties as assigned (5%) #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Louisiana