You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job.
Email

Organization: Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
Agency Contact Name and Information: Melanie Sonnier, OOD.TalentAcquisition@ood.ohio.gov
Unposting Date: Dec 29, 2024, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location: 150 OOD Cmplx 150 East Campus View Boulevard  Columbus 43235-4604
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation: $37.53/hour (unless required by legislation)
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM M-F
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill: Human Resources
Technical Skills: Accounting and Finance, Customer Service, Management, Benefits
Professional Skills: Analyzation, Collaboration, Intercultural Communication, Organizing and Planning, Time Management

 

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence. Our agency works with partners in businesses, education, and non-profit organizations to facilitate customized employment plans for Ohioans with disabilities; helps Ohio companies recruit and retain employees with disabilities; and is the sole agency determining medical and vocational Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs in Ohio. We help connect the people of Ohio who have disabilities with the resources, support, and opportunities that fit their unique needs, abilities, and interests so that they can find and retain meaningful employment. To learn more about what we do, please visit our website at ood.ohio.gov.

Follow us on social media @OhioOOD!

 

Job Description

Payroll and Benefits Manager Position Overview

As the Payroll and Benefits Manager, you’ll lead key Human Resources operations, develop innovative solutions, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. You will play a critical role ensuring all payroll is executed accurately and timely. You will also collaborate across teams to manage employee benefits programs. If you’re a results-driven professional ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!


This position currently offers the flexibility of a hybrid schedule that combines working from home with regular in-office. In-person work requirements may change for training, meetings, and other operational needs. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements. 


Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver’s license. 

Payroll and Benefits Manager Duties

  • Supervise payroll and benefit team while fostering collaboration and efficient work environment
  • Ensure legal compliance utilizing policy and contracts
  • Utilize various advanced software platforms including UKG Pro
  • Handle all payroll and benefits matters
  • Resolve customer inquiries
  • Identify and implement improvements to payroll process
  • Advise managers and staff on complex HR-related questions and solutions.
  • Oversee HR budget planning, vendor negotiations, and contract proposals.
  • Prepare and analyze performance reports, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

A Successful Payroll and Benefits Manager has

  • Proven experience in HR management, payroll, and benefits administration.
  • Strong knowledge of budgeting, vendor management, and compliance requirements.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Ability to lead, coach, and develop staff effectively.

*Familiarity with civil service and employment laws is a plus. 

 

Classification: Human Capital Management Manager

 

Employee Benefits & Payroll Support Division Overview

Employee Benefits and Payroll Support (EBPS) coordinates agency timekeeping, payroll, benefits, leave, and safety initiatives.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Mission Statement

OOD is deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) and is actively engaged in continual DEIA improvement. OOD is amongst the top-ranked state agencies implementing DEIA planning and programming into businesses operations and services. We strive to hire, sustain, and promote a workforce that not only embraces this mission but is also reflective of the rich diversity of the Ohioans we serve. OOD is intentional in cultivating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued, as demonstrated by the way we treat all individuals.

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact OOD.DiversityandInclusion@ood.ohio.gov so proper arrangements can be made. Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Applications and Selections

Please ensure your online application clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered. Transcripts are REQUIRED for consideration for this position. You must submit a copy of your unofficial transcript by the posting deadline by attaching directly on the Additional Attachments section of the application (Step 7) or via email to OOD.TalentAcquisition@ood.ohio.gov.

“See resume” is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application.

Applicants can check their application status and all vacancy-related email correspondence on “My Jobpage.” On the Careers.Ohio.Gov job search webpage, once signed in the link to My Jobpage is displayed under the TeamOhio logo. Applicants who require technical assistance (e.g., issues logging in or other system-related issues) should contact careers@ohio.gov. 

The selection process consists of an online assessment and a remote structured interview. All communications are sent via email. Candidates should make sure their account contains an email address that is checked regularly including checking junk and/or spam.

Background Check

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. 

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

  • Medical Coverage
  • Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
  • Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
  • Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
  • Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
  • Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

4 years experience in human resources.

Or completion of undergraduate core program in human resources, business or public administration and 24 months experience in human resources which included 12 months experience in supervisory and/or management principles and techniques. 

Or 12 months experience as Human Capital Management Senior Analyst, 64613.

Or equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

Job Skills: Human Resources, Interviewing, Benefits, Accounting and Finance, Customer Service, Management, Collaboration, Intercultural Communication, Organizing and Planning, Time Management, Analyzation

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.