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Form of workThe SPLC is seeking a Training & Benefits Specialist who is passionate about social justice!
The Specialist, Training & Benefits will coordinate and provide support for Southern Poverty Law Center's (SPLC) employee training, professional development and employee benefits program within our organization. They will assist with the administration and reporting of employee benefits including, but not limited to, auditing and advising employees and managers on policies, personnel procedures and employment regulations.
Who You Are
Communicative. Ability to present complex and standard information to a variety of audiences; both verbally and in writing. Exceptional follow-up and follow-through skills.
Self-Motivated. Ability to work independently and take initiative, and manage multiple tasks under deadline pressure.
Adaptable & Organized. Ability to prioritize projects and follow through on detail with high-level accuracy.
Trusted. Skilled at navigating complex information and issues deftly and with discretion, tact and diplomacy.
Mission, Vision & Culture Alignment. Demonstrated awareness for SPLC's mission and vision; and a commitment to ideals of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion and fostering an anti-racist work culture and antiracist principles and learning.
What You'll Do
Supports Training and development enrollment, including facilitating internal communications in support of Training and development opportunities and employee benefits.
Supports the development of Training and Benefits related materials; organizes and maintains the HR Intranet and HRIS with relevant Training and employee benefit materials such as training resources, organizational charts and staff directory.
Coordinates and organizes events and registration for online and in-person training, workshops and events by supporting the planning, registration, tracking participant enrollment, post training follow-up and event production for participants and facilitators.
Maintains relevant employee record information in the learning platform and HRIS and audits for accuracy.
Provides reporting, facilitates and coordinates responses to professional development activity requests and professional development plans.
Researches, communicates and facilitates Training and professional development opportunities.
Participates in the onboarding process and new hire orientation including assisting employees with new hire and Benefits open enrollment, terminations, benefits renewal and special enrollments.
Consults and assists employees with questions regarding benefits, changes to benefits and resolving issues with benefits and retirement providers including; submitting necessary paperwork, and maintaining employee benefits records for insurance policies, retirement plans, taxes, wellness programs, FMLA and parental leave.
Advises managers and employees on state and federal employment regulations, collective agreements, benefits and compensation policies and personnel procedures.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.
Minimum Qualifications
We are committed to equitable hiring practices; therefore you must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the role.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a non-exempt role, and the minimum starting salary is $62,332 ($29.96 per hour) annually. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Click here to view the benefits available to SPLC staff.
Where & How You'll Work
This role the following work designations options:
Other Special Considerations
This job is performed under general office conditions and is not subject to any strenuous physical demands or dangerous conditions.
Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity
Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices, we consider applicants equally without regard to age, caregiver status, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, national origin, on the basis of genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, or veteran status.
The Specialist, Training & Benefits will coordinate and provide support for Southern Poverty Law Center's (SPLC) employee training, professional development and employee benefits program within our organization. They will assist with the administration and reporting of employee benefits including, but not limited to, auditing and advising employees and managers on policies, personnel procedures and employment regulations.
Who You Are
Communicative. Ability to present complex and standard information to a variety of audiences; both verbally and in writing. Exceptional follow-up and follow-through skills.
Self-Motivated. Ability to work independently and take initiative, and manage multiple tasks under deadline pressure.
Adaptable & Organized. Ability to prioritize projects and follow through on detail with high-level accuracy.
Trusted. Skilled at navigating complex information and issues deftly and with discretion, tact and diplomacy.
Mission, Vision & Culture Alignment. Demonstrated awareness for SPLC's mission and vision; and a commitment to ideals of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion and fostering an anti-racist work culture and antiracist principles and learning.
What You'll Do
Supports Training and development enrollment, including facilitating internal communications in support of Training and development opportunities and employee benefits.
Supports the development of Training and Benefits related materials; organizes and maintains the HR Intranet and HRIS with relevant Training and employee benefit materials such as training resources, organizational charts and staff directory.
Coordinates and organizes events and registration for online and in-person training, workshops and events by supporting the planning, registration, tracking participant enrollment, post training follow-up and event production for participants and facilitators.
Maintains relevant employee record information in the learning platform and HRIS and audits for accuracy.
Provides reporting, facilitates and coordinates responses to professional development activity requests and professional development plans.
Researches, communicates and facilitates Training and professional development opportunities.
Participates in the onboarding process and new hire orientation including assisting employees with new hire and Benefits open enrollment, terminations, benefits renewal and special enrollments.
Consults and assists employees with questions regarding benefits, changes to benefits and resolving issues with benefits and retirement providers including; submitting necessary paperwork, and maintaining employee benefits records for insurance policies, retirement plans, taxes, wellness programs, FMLA and parental leave.
Advises managers and employees on state and federal employment regulations, collective agreements, benefits and compensation policies and personnel procedures.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.
Minimum Qualifications
We are committed to equitable hiring practices; therefore you must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the role.
- A minimum of three years of experience coordinating complex tasks and program development;
- A minimum of one year experience in employee benefits administration; and
- High school diploma or GED.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a non-exempt role, and the minimum starting salary is $62,332 ($29.96 per hour) annually. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Click here to view the benefits available to SPLC staff.
Where & How You'll Work
This role the following work designations options:
- Local Remote: Will work remotely, but is expected to attend work-related activities that occur at the SPLC offices or in the states in which the SPLC operates.
- Telework: Will work at an SPLC office at least three days per week and may work two days per week from an alternative work location.
Other Special Considerations
This job is performed under general office conditions and is not subject to any strenuous physical demands or dangerous conditions.
Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity
Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices, we consider applicants equally without regard to age, caregiver status, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, national origin, on the basis of genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, or veteran status.
