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Wilmington, Delaware, United States

Vice President, Employee Benefits and Payroll, 3/2022 – CurrentAssistant Vice President, Benefits Manager, 1/2020 – 3/2022Develop and execute strategic vision for employee benefits, 401(k) program, and wellness programs aligned with department strategy, business priorities, and employee needs.Accountable for all end-to-end activities associated with paying 700+ employees timely and accurate Leverage technology to streamline internal processes and increase benefits administration and payroll management efficiency.Develop and promote wellness initiatives to improve employee health, engagement, and productivity, including mental health support, retirement readiness, and nutrition initiatives.Manage relationships with benefits vendors and ensure services meet company standards and regulatory compliance.Ensure benefits programs compile with relevant laws and regulations, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) implementation and compliance.Generate reports and analyze data to evaluate the accuracy, effectiveness, and recommended improvements of the Human Resource Management system.Plan and execute annual benefits open enrollment process, ensuring effective communication with employees and providing guidance to support informed decision-making.Provide guidance and support to employees / team regarding benefit and payroll-related questions and problem-solving, maintaining high-quality documentation of processes and controls.Communicate benefit offerings and wellness programs effectively to employees through various channels, ensuring clear understanding and engagement.

Wilmington, De

Demonstrated superior knowledge of HRIS system capabilities, including reporting, general ledger/modules, and associate engagement portals. Proficient in system configuration, data extraction setup, and troubleshooting support for end users.Ensured proper preparation, accuracy, and time payroll processing in compliance with federal, state, and local.Exceled in fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment that drives team performance.Responsible for the design, implementation, and communication of health and 401(k) benefit plans. Executed overall operational strategy to optimize benefits offerings while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.Maintained a comprehensive understanding of benefit laws and regulations, providing oversight and guidance on internal procedures to ensure compliance and consistency across the organization.Developed strong, positive relationships across the organization to execute projects effectively. Collaborated on initiatives such as annual budgeting, year-end bonuses, performance increases, and associate engagement events to support organizational objectives.

Smyrna, Delaware, United States

Consistent, accurate, and thorough application of employment policies and procedures in strict compliance with merit rules, federal guidelines, and agency-specific procedures.Leave of absence coordinator at a 24-hour health care facility, managing leaves from commencement through to return to work or termination. Coordination of pay with disability / workers' compensation vendors and internal payroll department.Onboarding coordination, including pre-employment screenings, new hire orientation, and benefits enrollment.Pension / Retirement liaison between the agency and the Office of Pensions. Responsible for responding to requests, providing information / education to employees and retirees, and processing pension applications.

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

Human Resources Generalist, 4/2013 — 7/2014Senior Human Resources Representative, 1/2011 — 3/2013Human Resources Representative, 4/2008 — 12/2010Human Resources Assistant, 5/2006 — 3/2008Managed multi-state payroll for over 600 associates across two business divisions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.Cultivated positive relationships within a division experiencing administrative challenges, resolving payroll timekeeping issues.Facilitated seamless associate transitions, handling division transfers, benefit deductions, and new hire processing.Implemented effective payroll practices, resulting in a 66% reduction in timecard processing time.Led extensive recruitment initiatives, focusing on building candidate relationships and maintaining talent pipelines.Managed company-wide leave of absence requests, ensuring compliance with legal and internal policies.Conducted open enrollment sessions to educate employees on benefit offerings, enhancing employee understanding.Produced insightful staffing and salary reports, contributing to strategic decision-making by senior management.Contributed to the development and delivery of a comprehensive new hire orientation program.Administered benefits administration processes, managing benefit elections, changes, and terminations.Successfully coordinated associate events within budget constraints, fostering employee engagement.

Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, United States

Administered the day-to-day employee performance review and compensation program.Performed compensation projects, such as developing job descriptions and job classifications.Extracted and manipulated census data from the Human Resources Management system.Generated monthly and quarterly compensation and departmental reports; provided comprehensive data to executive leadership.Participated in the investigations / associate relation issues and provided guidance for disciplinary actions.Facilitated Human Resources-related training, such as HR Essentials, Cultural Diversity, and Sexual Harassment. Teamed with Time & Attendance Manager for conversion to Kronos time-keeping platform.End-user tester of Humnan Resources application changes.Assisted with recruiting needs, including pre-employment testing, reference checks, and pre-screens.

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

Maintained employee personnel records in accordance with the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations standards.Facilitated new hire orientation.Processed benefit enrollments and terminations. Reconciled group health provider bills. Distributed annual evaluations and ensured evaluations were completed in a timely manner.Assisted the HR Director in reviewing evaluations and assigning merit increases.