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Human Resources Leave And Training Administrator

The Human Resources Leave and Training Administrator is responsible for the administration of Hawai'i Pacific University's leave policies, employee benefits, learning management system and wellness initiatives. As a Human Resources subject matter expert, the Administrator is a key member of a Human Resources team that strives to develop, practice, and promote a culture of customer service, continuous improvement, and best practices.

Compensation: $58,000 - $75,000/year commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position. Located in Downtown Honolulu at Waterfront Plaza.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or a related field or equivalent combination of work experience and education.
• Five years' experience in Human Resources/Payroll with at least three years' experience in benefit/leave administration.
• Knowledge of disability programs, FMLA, ADA, and Workers' Compensation.
• Knowledge of HR administration, record keeping and compliance laws and regulations, including ERISA.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office Suite and an HRIS application.

Desired Qualifications:

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel including PivotTables, VLOOKUP, conditional & nested formulas.
• Experience working in higher education.
• Multi-state HR administration.
• Human Resources Certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP).
• Strong customer service focus and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees verbally and in writing.

Other Qualifications:

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance is not available for this position.
• Report to work obligations to support the department and may require work during HPU's winter break, if necessary.
• This position may be considered an essential position with report to work obligations depending on the type of emergency, campus closure, or evacuation [as applicable].
• Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy.
• Able to work all shifts and extended hours.
• Successful candidate will be able to work in an environment that utilizes excellent time and stress management skills.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:

1. Leave of Absences, Disability Coordination, and Workers' Compensation (30%)

• Maintain current knowledge of emerging issues pertaining to FMLA, HFLL, ADA and other related laws and regulations, communicating same to employees and administration as appropriate.
• Ensure all leave of absences (including FMLA and HFLL), requests for accommodation, and workers' compensation claims are handled in compliance with state and federal law.
• Determine eligibility by reviewing medical and/or other documentation. Consults with HR Directors as necessary.
• Ensure employee completes leave documentation, submit to appropriate parties, record payroll information to ensure payments are accurately calculated, maintain communication with employees and managers to update leave status.
• Oversee ADA interactive process for employees, counseling supervisors and managers regarding reasonable accommodations.
• Develop and update leave policies and procedures based on changes in administrative process and legal updates.