Director, Benefits & Human Capital Management (HCM) Support - Flexible Work Schedule

Job Description Director, Benefits & Human Capital Management (HCM) Support - Flexible Work Schedule Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Human Resources, the Director, Benefits and HCM Support provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the university’s Benefits, Leave Administration, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation process, and Temporary Employment and HCM Support functions. The Director ensures effective delivery of programs and services that support the employee lifecycle while maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, NSHE, and university policies. This position establishes operational standards, monitors service levels, drives continuous process improvement, and provides leadership and guidance on the most complex and sensitive matters within the assigned areas of responsibility. The Director serves as the institutional lead for benefits administration, including oversight of NSHE-sponsored and state-sponsored health, welfare, retirement, and voluntary benefit programs such as RPA, PERS, tax-sheltered annuity and deferred compensation programs, medical insurance, supplemental insurance, Section 125 programs, and other employee benefit offerings. The position also provides leadership for leave and absence management programs, including FMLA, sick and annual leave, catastrophic leave, leave audits, and ADA workplace accommodation processes. In addition, the Director oversees temporary employment processes and HCM transaction support, including non-recruited appointments, letters of appointment, temporary hourly employees, student employees, and Workday transaction triage. The Director develops and maintains strong partnerships with university leadership, campus stakeholders, NSHE institutions, Business Center South partners, and external vendors to align priorities, improve service delivery, evaluate benefit plan options, support procurement and RFP processes, analyze utilization and market trends, and advance strategic human resources initiatives. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field. Eight (8) years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including at least five (5) years overseeing benefits, leave administration, HR operations, or related functional areas, and three (3) years in a supervisory or management role. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, applicants may qualify with an associate's degree and two (2) additional years of relevant experience, or four (4) additional years of relevant experience in place of the degree. BACKGROUND CHECK A criminal background check will be required for the selected finalist. COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit. SALARY Salary range is $130,000 to $140,000 or commensurate with the labor market. BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV Competitive total rewards package including: Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs No state income tax Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents PERKS & PROGRAMS Employee recognition and appreciation programs UNLV athletics ticket discounts Statewide employee purchase program discounts RebelCard discounts on and off campus Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles Connect with colleagues with shared interests Personal and professional development opportunities A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard Support and resources available for veteran applicants - contact View email address on click.appcast.io or visit our Veterans Webpage. 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Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. TITLE IX STATEMENT The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. 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