Becky Potts, Msml, Phr, Cbp, Shrm-Cp Email and Phone Number

Provides HR leadership and support in the areas of Benefits, Payroll, HRIS Administration, and HR Data Analysis. Develops and Implements Human Resource policies, programs and services. Manages project initiatives to support the organization’s strategic HR goals. Managers the organization’s HRIS to assist staff in effectively carrying out HR activity for the enterprise, and provide efficient and effective reporting and data analysis.Oversees HR reporting and record-keeping to ensure accuracy and strategic business support.Develops and administers various procedures for HR and company personnel. Participates in developing strategic department goals, objectives, and systems. Oversees ongoing benefits administration, including claims resolution, change reporting, reviewing invoices. Manages annual benefits plan renewal process, including recommendations for plan vendors and structure, change management, and coordination of employee meetings as well as negotiation of plan renewals.Develops and maintains reports and logs to conform to IRS, DOL, and CMS regulations. Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements. Oversees the performance, coaching, and career development of Human Resource staff.Oversees procedures for payroll, payroll tax, timekeeping, and payroll accounting and ensures legal compliance. Mentors and trains others on payroll activities, including: processing, auditing, reporting, and accounting.Conducts annual budgeting processes for human resources, including recommendations for the manner and methodology behind budgeting assumptions, including zero based budgetingManages and audits the executive compensation process.

The HR Operations Manager works across the Kaplan Professional organization advising at all levels. This role is responsible for maintaining effective relationships with corporate partners and vendors.This position is responsible for the following core areas related to local (KP US) support:• HRIS system data management (specifically Workday, but also related payroll, benefits and other data related systems and processes)• Benefits administration (acting as a liaison with corporate benefit design to provide information and support to local employees)• Compensation plan administration (managing day to day compensation needs such as offers that require market and internal equity analysis, and annual projects such as market review and annual merit)

Responsible for the day to day leadership of the Benefits Team, provide ongoing strategic support, and work closely with the Benefits Manager to oversee the administration of employee benefit plans and programs through analysis of claims detail, auditing, reporting and communication. Ensure benefit compliance with federal and state laws, work with benefit vendors while maintaining the company's goals and objectives regarding benefits offered. Benefits reporting, perform analysis, and document processesPrepare communication materials and presentationsEvaluate processes for streamlining and efficiency improvementPropose changes to existing programsAssist in the implementation of new benefit plans or programsPresent benefits information to multiple groups of co-workers and key stakeholdersApply working knowledge of legislative issues and laws that impact employee benefits and be familiar with COBRA, PPACA, HIPPA and ERISA requirements.

Utilizing outstanding customer service andl problem solving skills, the HR Generalist services employees with HR related questions and issues via the HR Helpline and email. This position serves as a liaison with vendors, other Kaplan Departments and Business Units, and the parent company. The HR Generalist will conduct presentations as need for processes, policies and benefits.This position will coordinate Worker’s Compensation claims with HR Business partners, manager and Worker’s compensation providers and assist in training managers and HR Business Partners with Worker’s compensation processes and procedures. The HR Generalist will remain current on all pertinent HR benefits issues, competitive practices, products and services.This position will support and utilize the HR Information System (Workday) by generating reports as well as updating the database when required. The HR Generalist will maintain the general department’s email and calendar as well as arrange and organize meetings and conferences for the department.This position will also coordinate the processing of departmental invoices and processing expense reports and budgeting; The HR Generalist will ensure compliance with labor law postings at all Kaplan locations and maintain a current database of Kaplan locations and primary contacts at those locations.This position will assist in the development and dissemination of employee communications utilizing various resources.

Perform all aspects of recruitment including posting open positions internally and externally, setting up interviews, interviewing with hiring manager, background and reference checks, extending offers, setting up new hire orientations, completing new hire orientations including new hire paperwork and explaining company handbook, policies, and benefits. Administer benefits for approximately 260 employees, includes educating, enrolling, and maintaining employees benefits. Accurately administer and process payroll.Analyze and answer human resource questions. Educate and administer Employee and Manager Access roll out for HRIS system. Process, verify, and maintain documentation in personnel files and HRIS system.Wellness Coordinator - Manage all forms of wellness communication for employees including setting up community wellness events, coordinating Annual Health & Wellness Fair, and manage the first Smartest Loser Competition company wide

Administer benefits for approximately 280 employees, includes educating, enrolling, and maintaining employees benefits. Prepare and assist with forming a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) for HR department.Update and assist with mock disaster meetings regarding BCP.Accurately administer and process payrollAnalyze and answer human resources questions for enterprise wide HR inbox. Help with the implementation of a new HRIS/Payroll system.Create Benefits Model for upcoming year. Process, verify, and maintain documentation in personnel files and HRIS system.

Administer benefits for approximately 200 employees Process payroll Maintain documentation in personnel files Pull reports for managers; maintain high levels of customer service

Support Executive Management Team with tasks and duties assignedProcess Payroll and administer benefits for approximately 165 employees