HR Generalist

Are you an HR professional who is passionate about supporting people and making a positive impact on the lives of veterans?

Our mission at Veterans Inc. is to support Veterans and their families across America with a national referral hotline and direct care in all six New England states, Montana and North Dakota through the provision of specialized assistance to help Veterans regain self-sufficiency coordinating access to housing, employment and training, case management, food security, behavioral healthcare, suicide prevention, and women's programs.

Every day, our employees make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve, and behind every great team is a strong and compassionate HR department that helps them succeed.

We are seeking an HR Generalist with a strong background in benefits and leave administration. This is a great opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization where you'll play an integral role in creating a supportive employee experience.

 

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Benefits Administration:

• Manage enrollments, terminations, and status changes for various benefits like health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee benefit activities.
• Coordinate with benefit plan vendors and third-party administrators.
• Maintain employee benefit files and the group benefits database.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA, COBRA).
• Prepare and submit monthly reconciliation benefit reports related to benefits data.

Leave Administration:

• Act as point of contact for processing claims for employee accidents through workers' compensation.
• Manage the leave of absence process, including FMLA, short-term and long-term disability, and other types of leave in each respective State.
• Assist with determining eligibility for various leave types.
• Coordinate with managers and employees on leave-related matters.
• Oversee the return-to-work process for employees returning from leave and ensure accurate records and documentation related to employee leaves.

Communication and Support:

• Provide customer service to employees regarding benefits and leave inquiries.
• Conduct informational sessions and training on benefits and leave programs.
• Answer questions and guides employees and managers on leave and benefits options.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations is posted on HR Boards.

 

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration or a related field
• 3+ years of Human Resources work experience, preferably with a focus on benefits and leave administration
• Working knowledge of FMLA, PFML, ADA, COBRA, HIPPA, and applicable employment laws
• Experience working in a nonprofit administrative setting and coordinating with third party vendors
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to handle sensitive employee information with discretion and confidentiality
• SHRM or PHR certification is a plus!

 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package for FT employees includes:
• BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• $2,500 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.
• Retirement Plan (403B) with a $3,000 Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Parental Leave

 

This is an in-office role that generally works out of the 69 Grove St. Worcester, MA location

For more information, or to apply now; visit our website. Please do not mail, email, or fax your cover letter/resume as we are limited to only accepting completed applications through our career page. Mailed, emailed, or faxed cover letter, resume, and applications will not be reviewed.

Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status. If you need assistance completing an application please contact [email protected].

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies are requested not to contact Veterans Inc. with recruiting inquiries.