Job Type

Full-time

Description

Culture Highlights!

Telework environment - work from where it's most convenient, home, office, etc.
Flexible work model - flex time creating a work-life blend meeting outcomes of role and life events.
Monday through Friday schedule.
9 paid holidays, and 3 additional floating holidays (pro-rate applies).
Volunteer in your community - 24 hours awarded annually.
Professional Development - internal and external learning and development opportunities.
Robust Total Rewards - Medical/Dental/Vision, Telehealth, Flex Spending, 401k Matching, Life insurance, LT/ST Disability, EAP, & Mileage Reimbursement.
Eligible employer for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

**Hiring anywhere within Wisconsin only, most ideal within our service regions. Travel onsite or in-person will be required as needed.**

Responsibilities & Competencies:

The Total Rewards & Leave Analyst position coordinates the day-to-day Benefits, Wellness, and Leave of Absence activities for Lakeland Care, Inc. (LCI). This position is also responsible to plan annual enrollment activities, wellness initiatives while ensuring legal compliance and cost effectiveness. In addition, the Total Rewards & Leave Analyst maintains financial oversight regarding accuracy of carrier/client billing and employee contributions and ensures automated benefit system is properly maintained. Additionally, the Total Rewards & Leave Analyst may serve as backup to payroll functions.

Essential Competencies:

Prepare and distribute information to inform current and prospective employees about LCI benefits and policies, including developing and conducting new hire orientation, annual benefit enrollment, and provide ongoing employee communication.
Maintain and monitor vendor costs. Prepare and process monthly vendor billing in an efficient and timely manner; research and resolve outstanding and/or disputed issues. Provide input for vendor RFP process and selection.
Work closely with benefit and vendors to ensure timely and accurate billing, ACA reporting compliance, 5500 filings, IRS and DOL filings and audit responses, and all other benefit related compliance obligations.
Administer Leaves of Absence in accordance with policies and FMLA/ADA regulations.
Engage with employees in the interactive process for reasonable accommodations.
Assist with evaluating market-competitive compensation and benefit programs that attract, retain, and engage talent and further LCI's employer brand.
Partner with healthcare or wellness providers to create programs, incentives, information, etc. to help control the cost of benefits by creating opportunities for employees to become healthier.
Develop, recommend, and implement changes in administration of employee benefits and strategy planning for benefit plans.
Update and maintain the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) with relevant compensation and benefit content.
Identify obstacles and address problems cooperatively as they occur.
Ensure compliance of all plans with LCI Policies and Procedures, and federal and state regulations including but not limited to ERISA, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, and COBRA.
Maintain Summary Plan Descriptions, Plan Documents, Benefit Summaries and Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBCs).

Are you excited about this role but not sure if your work experiences align to the role or qualifications? We encourage you to apply anyway. At Lakeland Care, our values drive how we do our work and how we hire. We strive to build an inclusive, authentic workforce that embraces diversity and differences in strengths. So be sure to highlight your skill set and competencies you're confident in!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, other related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience (includes knowledge, skills, and abilities).
Minimum five (5) years of human resources experience in payroll and benefits program administration with knowledge in benefit compliance.
Paylocity experience preferred.
Human Resources certification preferred: CEBS, CPP, PHR or SHRM-CP.
Mathematical aptitude, analysis skills and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and willingness to learn new software applications.
Strong organizational ability with excellent judgement and decision-making skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information with tact and discretion.
Knowledgeable regarding health and welfare benefits and standard healthcare regulations such as ERISA, COBRA, ACA, HIPAA, etc.
Current driver's license, acceptable driving record and proof of adequate insurance required.

Acknowledgement :

This job posting describes the general nature and level of work performed by the individual assigned to this position and should not be interpreted as all inclusive and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: Accepting Until Filled. Resume required.

For questions on this role, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Specialist at Becky.Vang@lakelandcareinc.com.

**COMPENSATION CAN BE DISCUSSED WITH HUMAN RESOURCES.**

Lakeland Care is a Wisconsin-based non-profit organization that focuses on creating a world we all want to live in. With long-standing roots as a managed care organization (MCO), we provide long-term care services through public and private care management to eligible elders and individuals with physical and intellectual or developmental disabilities. Additionally, we have branched out to provide organizational and professional development services to businesses within our communities. Our service offerings allow us to live our mission! Currently we serve members in 22 counties and have 10 offices throughout the Central to North East region of Wisconsin.

Our Mission

Empowering individuals. Strengthening communities. Inspiring futures.

Our Vision

To create a world we all want to live in.

Our Core Values

Kindness - We believe kindness is always possible and that no compassionate act is ever wasted.

Inclusion - We believe that open hearts and open minds are the only path to a brighter future.

Trust - We believe that honesty is still in style and that promises still have power.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under an Affirmative Action Plan. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are an organization that participates in E-Verify.