Leave and Benefits Administrator

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field
• Three (3) years’ related experience
• Two (2) years’ supervisory experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to fill a vacancy of Leave and Benefits Administrator.

Under the general direction of the Human Resource Manager of Benefits, the primary focus is directing and planning the day-to-day operations of the leave programs, while implementing a hands-on approach to the administration of agency leave programs, Workers’ Compensation and special projects. Assist with directing the day-to-day operations of the insurance benefits plans. This role requires the exercise of independent judgment in proactively approaching and delivering expert advice and guidance to members and all levels of supervisors on leave-related matters. Work is reviewed through observation and results obtained.

Supervises Others: Yes

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Responsible for their subordinate employee’s welfare and care, individual training in the conduct of their duties and mentoring
• Reviews subordinates work performance, conducts open and honest performance counseling, appraisals and evaluated conditions of performance, initiates corrective ction and/or disciplinary action as necessary
• Ensures subordinates meets agency standard in personal appearance, maintains and accounts for materials and agency equipment as prescribed by Sheriff’s Office policy, special or General Orders and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Coordinates the leave administration programs (Family and Medical Leave Act, Workers’ Comp., and other leave programs) to ensure all processes are consistently administered in compliance with internal policies as well as all local, state and federal laws
• Assists with coordination of the administration of agency’s self-funded health, dental, vision, life insurance plans, disability plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), agency wellness incentive program, fully funded retiree Medicare Advantage plan and various voluntary benefits
• Develops, facilitates and presents training for new and existing members on HR policies and best practices relating to leave and benefits
• Serves as an agency point of contact for the Florida Retirement System (FRS), ensuring timely flow of information between the agency and FRS
• Leads agency members in preparing for post-employment benefits including insurance and the FRS
• Oversees their subordinates work specifically as it relates to FMLA letters and other appropriate documentation to members
• Creates reports with updates and discussions items on complex cases for Human Resources Manager
• Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
• This position may be considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, may be required to report to work
• Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary