Employee Leaves Team Manager Human Resources Manager
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Job Description
Working/Functional Title
Employee Leaves Team Manager
Position Summary
About the Role
As the Employee Leaves Team Manager youll lead a specialized team responsible for administering complex leave programs that impact all university employees. This role combines technical expertise leadership and strategic problemsolving to ensure compliance while supporting employee wellbeing.
Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities
(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)
- Oversee the administration of Workers Compensation LongTerm Disability FMLA and other leave programs serving as the primary liaison between HR department heads legal counsel and regulatory bodies 25
- Collaborate with legal counsel on Workers Compensation cases participating in case strategy and representing the university at the Michigan Workers Compensation Agency 20
- Lead and supervise the Leaves Team establishing goals and objectives while managing staff performance 15
- Guide employees and departments through FMLA processes paid parental leave and earned sick time including complex cases requiring Department of Labor consultation 15
- Manage university state and federal compliance reporting including Medicare OSHA and Bureau of Labor Statistics requirements 10
- Serve as technical advisor for EBS transactions and oversee leave management software systems including testing maintenance and database management 10
- Assist with outofstate employment compliance requirements including tax deductions and insurance regulations; performs other duties as assigned to carry out the mission of the university and division 5
Competencies for Success
Human Resources Capacity
- Maintain knowledge of leave regulations including FMLA ADA Workers Compensation and disability management
- Manage HR data and communicate policies clearly to all organizational levels
Ethical Conduct
- Demonstrate integrity in maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive employee information
- Make fair consistent decisions while balancing organizational needs and employee welfare
Strategic Thinking
- Analyze leave usage trends and develop strategies to address organizational impacts
- Develop short and longterm strategies for program improvement and risk management
Leadership
- Build mentor and develop a highperforming team
- Manage escalated cases and resolve complex situations across departments
Job/Organizational Knowledge
- Understand university systems structures and how leave programs integrate with other HR functions
- Maintain proficiency with relevant software systems and understand various departmental needs
Financial Management
- Manage budgets for selfinsured programs and implement costcontainment strategies
- Forecast financial impacts and evaluate vendor contracts for fiscal responsibility
Continuous Learning/Development
- Commitment to staying current with evolving leave regulations and industry best practices
- Adapt to new technologies and implement process improvements
Remote Work Capability
This position is based in East Lansing Michigan and is a unionized staff position. There is the capability of working a hybrid schedule and the position requires at least two days of work onsite per week with some weeks requiring additional days to meet the needs of the work schedules and schedule changes must be preapproved by the supervisor.
Work Environment
This position operates in a professional office environment primarily Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. though extended hours and weekend work may be required. Limited travel may be required as needed.
Join Our Team
Human Resources values the various skills and experiences that everyone brings to the organization. Become a part of our team and enjoy the opportunity to make a significant impact on our universitys leave management practices.
Apply today and help us build a stronger more supportive workplace for our university community.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a fouryear college degree program in Human Resources Administration Labor and Industrial Relations or a related field; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in human resources administration; experience with employee leave administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with Michigans Workers Compensation Act Americans with Disabilities Act and FMLA Law; knowledge of DXCs Riskmaster software; CWCP Workers Compensation Professional; Certified Family Medical Leave Specialist.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume
Cover Letter
Work Hours
STANDARD 85
Website
Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remotefriendly. Remotefriendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Bidding Eligibility ends April 1 2025 at 11:55 PM
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
