Total Rewards Specialist
Total Rewards Specialist
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The work we do matters!
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Health & Human Services - Agency 25
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Job Description:
Are you passionate about Total Rewards programs Were seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Total Rewards Specialist to support the administration of agency-wide classification compensation benefits and related programs.
In this role you will help ensure our workforce is supported through equitable pay structures and comprehensive benefitsall while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations and aligning with our commitment to transparency and organizational integrity.
The Total Rewards Specialist plays a key role in supporting our workforce through the administration of compensation structures classification reviews benefit programs etc. This position ensures compliance with applicable laws policies and collective bargaining agreements while promoting fairness and transparency in Total Rewards programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the administration and maintenance of compensation plans and salary schedules in alignment with state classifications and pay rules.
- Initiate and conduct position reviews to promote Agency workforce efficiency make accurate and appropriate recommendations and determinations in accordance with the States Classified System.
- Compose research analyze and complete requests to create new positions and reclassifications of existing positions.
- Assist with the administration of public employee benefits programs such as health and other insurance coverages retirement family medical leave and workers compensation.
- Collaborate with team member and internal/external partners to ensure accuracy and compliance in employee pay and benefits.
- Collect market/related data prepare classification and/or compensation proposals and budget impact reports.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations including FLSA HIPAA and state-specific personnel rules.
- Serve as a resource to employees supervisors and HR staff by responding to inquiries related to total rewards functions such as classification processes.
- Prepare reports for internal stakeholders leadership and external agencies as required.
- Cross train and backup other differently assigned members of the Total Rewards team to include receiving/processing of related requests ensuring completeness and accuracy and timely connections.
- Receive and process all tuition assistance requests while maintaining communication with the involved teammates. Ensure accordance with related policies Union Contracts etc.
- Responsible for maintaining accurate tracking of all tuition assistance requests and coordination of end of tax year information as needed for State Accounting
- Accurate and timely processing of related events in Employee Work Center and other State systems/programs to facilitate employment/position changes
- Maintain related tracking actions to allow for correct and on time reporting
- Be treated as a valued partner on the Total Rewards team and experience versatility and variety in each of your work days
How we reward our employees:
Stable Employment
13 paid holidays (including Arbor Day!)
Vacation and sick leave equating to 24 days your first year accruing immediately
Military leave civil service leave funeral leave and more
156% (thats not a typo!) state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health dental vision insurance plans Employer-paid $20000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Fun and inviting teammates
Requirements / Qualfiications:
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in a related field. Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications: Past working experience of at least 1 year with total rewards programs such as classification/compensation systems benefits etc.; versed in reviewing researching and reconciling; ability to effectively work multiple projects and initiatives at same time that span more than one total rewards program; proven commitment to timely preparation and remittance of accurate confidential communications. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products including Excel Outlook and Word is a must. Prior experience with Workday Kronos OnBase and/or is an added bonus!
Other: Position is located on-site at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln.
Knowledge skills abilities
Knowledge of: the general practices of diverse areas of personnel administration including wage administration talent acquisition performance evaluations management-teammate relations understanding of broad administrative goals and processes and their relationship to delivering quality programs and services; goals and requirements of record maintenance and confidentiality; federal personnel/employment laws; standard personnel payroll benefits and related budgeting practices forms and requirements; standard teammate/job safety and health practices; general labor/teammate-management relations requirements and practices.
Ability to: communicate with others individually and in group presentations and through electronic means correspondence and reports; interact with agency teammates elected or other State officials and representatives of firms or associations to maintain work relationships; use computers and associated applications software usingword processing spreadsheets databases and graphic presentation features; interpret and apply governmental rules agency directives and work instructions.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
