HR Specialist (Employee Benefits)
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Job Location:
Washington, AR - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 70623 - 111087
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
The National Gallery of Art welcomes all people to explore art creativity and our shared humanity. Nearly four million people come through our doors each yearwith millions more onlinemaking us one of the most visited art museums in the world. Our renowned collection includes nearly 160000 works of art from the ancient world to today. Admission to the West and East Buildings Sculpture Garden special exhibitions and public programs is always free.
- Administers federal employee benefits to include: Federal Employee Health Benefits Federal Employee Group Life Insurance death benefits and processing personnel actions. Demonstrates tact in dealing with employees.
- Administers federal employee retirement processes to include: Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pension Federal Employees Retirement System(FERS) pension and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) participation.
- Advises and counsels individual employees on all aspects of retirement benefits and coverage under CSRS and FERS. Assists employees in completing retirement applications ensuring all documentation is accurate and submitted within required deadlines.
- Interprets and applies current regulations policies and procedures to advise employees and managers regarding retirement programs.
- Reviews Notification of Personnel Actions (SF-50s) and is responsible for their accuracy.
- Processing personnel actions including appointments reassignments promotions transfers and separations.
- Codes and inputs data into automated personnel/payroll systems. Reviews Notification of Personnel Actions (SF-50s) and is responsible for their accuracy.
- Provides advisory services to management and supervisors on benefits problems. Coordinates with National Finance Center when necessary to resolve problems.
- Distributes health benefits brochures and enrollment forms to employees and managers. Prepares all necessary correspondence documentation reports and similar program administrative materials.
- Serves as liaison between the Gallery and Government Retirement & Benefits self-service platform to assist employees with their retirement applications.
- Serves as liaison between the Gallery and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board to resolve eligibility and other operational problems.
Conditions of employment
- You must be a United States Citizen.
- This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
- Males born aftermust be registered for Selective Service
- See Other Information section regarding Selective Service requirements.
- Suitable for Federal employment determined by a background investigation
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement
Qualifications
Specialized Experience
GS-09 only: For this position specialized experience is at least one year of experience equivalent in responsibility to the GS-07 level in the federal service:
- Assisting with processing various personnel actions;
- Applying basic employee benefit regulations and policies; and
- Assisting with managing employee benefits in a federal agency.
OR
EDUCATION:Successfully completed a masters or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position.NOTE: You must submit copies of your unofficial college transcripts if using education to qualify.
OR
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however have at least one year of progressively higher-level graduate education but have not obtained a masters or equivalent graduate degree. Therefore have a combination of experience and education. Note: You must submit a copy of unofficial transcripts if using education to qualify.
GS-11 only: For this position specialized experience is at least one year of experience equivalent in responsibility to the GS-09 level in the federal service:
- Processing and coding a wide range of personnel actions;
- Applying basic federal employee benefit regulations and policies; and
- Managing employee benefits in a federal agency to include retirement health insurance life insurance and death benefits.
OR
EDUCATION:Successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position major areas of study such as Human Resources Organizational Management Organizational Development Program Management or related field of study.NOTE: You must submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts if using education to qualify.
OR
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Have less than the full amount of specialized experience required but have more than 2 years of graduate level education with a major or subject area related to the position to be filled. Therefore have a combination of experience and education.NOTE: You must submit a copy of your official transcripts if using education to qualify.
Additional information
The National Gallery of Art fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement.
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year.
AN EXTERNAL SELECTED CANDIDATE MUST BE FINGERPRINTED AND RECEIVE A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION RESULTING IN A SATISFACTORY SUITABILITY DETERMINATION BEFORE BEING HIRED FOR THIS POSITION.
All males born after December 31st 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law visit the Selective Service web pageWho Must Register. If you are not registered and dont have an approved exemption you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The National Gallery of Art does not discriminate against any employee or any applicant for employment on the basis of race color national origin religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) age (40 and older) disability (mental or physical) or genetic information or in retaliation for opposing discrimination or participating in the EEO process. For more information visit Accommodation
The National Gallery of Art provides reasonableaccommodationto applicants with disabilities. If you need anaccommodationfor any part of the application and hiring process please notify the contact person listed in this announcement. The decision on granting a reasonableaccommodationwill be made on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Customer Service
- Fmla
- HIPAA
- Microsoft Outlook
- Benefits Administration
- HRIS
- Payroll
- Employment & Labor Law
- ADP
- Human Resources
- Phone Etiquette
- Workday
