Job Information
Michigan State Job Bank Employee Leaves Team Manager / Human Resources Manager in East Lansing, Michigan
Working/Functional Title
Employee Leaves Team Manager
Position Summary
About the Role
As the Employee Leaves Team Manager, you'll lead a specialized team responsible for administering complex leave programs that impact all university employees. This role combines technical expertise, leadership, and strategic problem-solving to ensure compliance while supporting employee wellbeing.
Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities
(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)
- Oversee the administration of Workers' Compensation, Long-Term Disability, FMLA, and other leave programs, serving as the primary liaison between HR, department heads, legal counsel, and regulatory bodies (25%)
- Collaborate with legal counsel on Workers' Compensation cases, participating in case strategy and representing the university at the Michigan Workers' Compensation Agency (20%)
- Lead and supervise the Leaves Team, establishing goals and objectives while managing staff performance (15%)
- Guide employees and departments through FMLA processes, paid parental leave, and earned sick time, including complex cases requiring Department of Labor consultation (15%)
- Manage university, state, and federal compliance reporting, including Medicare, OSHA, and Bureau of Labor Statistics requirements (10%)
- Serve as technical advisor for EBS transactions and oversee leave management software systems, including testing, maintenance, and database management (10%)
- Assist with out-of-state employment compliance requirements including tax deductions and insurance regulations; performs other duties as assigned to carry out the mission of the university and division (5%)
Competencies for Success
Human Resources Capacity
- Maintain knowledge of leave regulations including FMLA, ADA, Workers' Compensation, and disability management
- Manage HR data and communicate policies clearly to all organizational levels
Ethical Conduct
- Demonstrate integrity in maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive employee information
- Make fair, consistent decisions while balancing organizational needs and employee welfare
Strategic Thinking
- Analyze leave usage trends and develop strategies to address organizational impacts
- Develop short and long-term strategies for program improvement and risk management
Leadership
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team
- Manage escalated cases and resolve complex situations across departments
Job/Organizational Knowledge
- Understand university systems, structures, and how leave programs integrate with other HR functions
- Maintain proficiency with relevant software systems and understand various departmental needs
Financial Management
- Manage budgets for self-insured programs and implement cost-containment strategies
- Forecast financial impacts and evaluate vendor contracts for fiscal responsibility
Continuous Learning/Development
- Commitment to staying current with evolving leave regulations and industry best practices
- Adapt to new technologies and implement process improvements
Remote Work Capability
This position is based in East Lansing, Michigan and is a unionized staff position. There is the capability of working a hybrid schedule and the position requires at least two days of work onsite per week, with some weeks requiring additional days to meet the needs of the department. All work schedules