Job DescriptionAt GMHEC, we're more than just a team-we're a collaborative community committed to excellence in higher education. We work hand-in-hand with our member institutions-Champlain College, Middlebury College, and St. Michael's College-to deliver exceptional service, prioritize well-being, and drive continuous improvement. If you're looking for a meaningful role where your work truly matters, connect with us!We are seeking an Absence Management Specialist to support our member institutions and their employees as they navigate the leave of absence (LOA) process. As the go-to expert for medical leave and disability programs, you'll help employees through their LOA with care and efficiency, ensuring compliance with laws and policies while delivering outstanding service. Your expertise will directly support employees during important times in their lives, helping them feel valued and supported. Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid setup with the balance of remote and in-office work in at our Shelburne, VT location.Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure medical leaves are handled in compliance with federal and state law and college policies.
- Make adjustments in Payroll and HR systems to ensure appropriate leave and disability payments.
- Provide regular communication with individual employees, human resources, and college leadership.
- Assist employees with return-to-work requirements. Coordinate with HR and department leaders.
- Act as a member of GMHEC Benefits Team - providing benefits related support to employees.
- Provide direct employee customer service through our support systems for all areas of benefits and absence management.
Experience, Education & Abilities:
- A bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent experience.
- Five years of experience in leave administration.
- PHR or SPHR is a plus.
- Knowledge of federal and state laws related to FMLA, FLSA, ADA, LOA, Worker's Compensation etc., including required LOA documentation practices.
- Ability to utilize Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook; Google Drive and Adobe Acrobat.
- Experience utilizing payroll and benefits systems.
- Ability to build strong, positive relationships with external and internal contacts including the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures as well as the ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information with tact and discretion.
About UsThe Green Mountain Higher Education Consortium, located in northern Vermont, was founded by Champlain College, Middlebury College and Saint Michael's College in 2013. The Consortium aims to help its members to lower costs, increase the quality of services and add strategic value to our members. The Consortium and its members strive to leverage shared technology, create the best processes and service our organizations. With the creation of a Shared Services organization, we are committed to building an infrastructure that supports each College's strategic plan and allows for the addition of new members. We provide a meaningful benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement with a generous match, paid time off and a well-being program. This position provides a unique learning and career growth opportunity in an innovative environment.
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Additional Information: The successful completion of a criminal background check is required as a condition of employment. The Consortium does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, religion, age, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, veteran or military service status, HIV -positive status, qualified disability, or on the basis of any other status protected by law and does not discriminate in the administration of its employment practices or other Consortium-administered programs. The Consortium will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants for employment or employees. Please contact the Executive Director at 802.###.#### if auxiliary aids or services are needed to apply for employment at the Consortium. The Consortium is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. Recognizing that diversity is both a reflection of our world and a source of rich education, the Consortium strives to be diverse and inclusive in ways that reflect the world in which we live and work. All members of the Consortium community are valued as individuals. The Consortium seeks candidates who, through their work and life experiences and service to the community can contribute to the diversity, inclusivity and customer service excellence of the Consortium. Please include information about how you would contribute to these efforts and help to further this goal in your cover letter.