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Employee Benefits Officer (Benefits Administration & Leave/Attendance Management) - Human Resources Department

Competition Number:
07E19
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Human Resources Department
Position:
Employee Benefits Officer (Benefits Administration & Leave/Attendance Management)
Contract:
Full-Time Permanent Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week (Must be available to work flexible and additional hours)
Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience

The Human Resources Department is seeking an energetic and motivated person to join its team. The Human Resources Department manages a comprehensive range of personnel, labour relations and human resources planning functions within the University. The work environment is high-traffic and fast-paced, and the subject matter is frequently of a sensitive and/or confidential nature.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Manager of Human Resources and the Senior Employee Services Officer, the Employee Benefits Officer will be responsible for management and administration of employee medical leave/attendance files, which includes workplace accommodation, Workers Compensation and long term disability.  This position is also responsible for the administration of the day-to-day activities associated with the employee benefit programs for staff, faculty and retirees.  As an integral member of the HR team, this position provides support in other areas of the Human Resources function and performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An Undergraduate Degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of three years’ related HR experience in disability management and/or employee benefits is required
• Diploma in Human Resources Management and CPHR or equivalent professional HR designation would be a definite asset
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working in a highly confidential environment with specific experience in the administration of medical leave, attendance and disability management
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience administering employee benefit programs
• Demonstrated proficiency in the application and interpretation of collective agreements as well as specific knowledge of relevant government legislation and regulations
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, and strong organizational skills
• Strong mathematical skills and demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology, with specific experience using spreadsheet, database software and Human Resources Information Systems

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website (www.upei.ca/hr). Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.