Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a member of the Human Resources team, the Human Resources Manager for the Benefits and Compensation team will be responsible for supporting the Human Resources department in a variety of manners. The Human Resources Manager’s main responsibilities will focus on overseeing the leave and benefits functions within the HR department. Responsibilities also include coordinating with the HR Customer Service team, supporting benefits renewal and open enrollment, overseeing leave coordination and administration, and collaborating with other Talent teams on cross-functional projects. The Human Resources Manager works closely with various departments, including Payroll and Finance, and all headquarters staff. This is an exempt role, and it will report to the Director of Human Resources, Benefits and Compensation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leave and Absence Administration - 60%

• Manage leave programs including FMLA, parental leave, medical leave, unpaid leave, and workers compensation
• Administer the completion of timely employee data entry to help facilitate seamless payroll processing
• Partner with vendors as it relates to DC Paid Family Leave, short term disability, long term disability, workers compensation, and life insurance
• Partner with the Payroll team and works collaboratively to resolve any issues
• Partner with the HR Customer Service team as it relates to employees on leave or workers compensation
• Partner with the Benefits Manager as it relates to benefit deductions and arrears
• Ensure employees feel knowledgeable and supported upon inquiring about leave, throughout the leave process, and upon return from leave
• Work closely with managers and school leaders as it relates to KIPP DC’s leave process, policies, and staff on leave
• Create clear communication and tools for employees to understand their leave benefits.

Benefits and Compensation Administration Support - 20%

• Supports with KIPP DC wellness initiatives and programs
• Partner with the legal team on employee accommodations and complex employee leave scenarios
• Support benefits renewal and open enrollment process
• Ensure employee benefit questions are answered timely and accurately
• Partner with the Payroll team and works collaboratively to resolve any issues
• Support the team on team-wide projects
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of job descriptions
• Support other responsibilities and projects within benefits, as needed

Auditing and Compliance - 20%

• Manages KIPP DC’s system and process for job descriptions, reviews and ensures they are up to date and consistent, collaborates with other teams
• Maintain and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Support the periodic auditing of benefits and 403b related data
• Proactively engage in other information vetting processes as needed
• Assist with compliance and internal audits

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of three years of relevant human resources experience required
• Minimum of two years of leave administration preferred
• Experience in education preferred
• Experience in Workday preferred
• Experience with stakeholder management
• Familiarity with leave programs and laws preferred
• Proven track record of providing outstanding customer service
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP DC’s mission
• Outstanding organizational skills and extraordinary attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
• Proactive to identify problems and come up with solutions
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability of work product
• Results-oriented team player who is dedicated to getting the job done
• Flexibility, with a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate a high level of responsibility and multiple priorities
• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence, initiative, and leadership skills
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills

Additional Information

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

KIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package:

• The anticipated starting salary for this position is $71,615-$85,256. At KIPP DC we strive for clarity, equity, and to be highly competitive. When determining salaries we look at benchmarks in the education and non-profit sector.

• KIPP DC offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurances; various voluntary benefits; and employer paid benefits such as short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and a membership to One Medical.

• KIPP DC also offers a 403(b) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution and a 3% match with vesting after three years.

• Currently, individuals in this role have up to 15 paid time off days, up to 10 paid sick days, and 12 paid holidays. This is subject to change and your exact schedule will be shared in your offer letter.

• As a headquarters team that is focused on being responsive to our schools and meeting the needs of our students and families, we approach our work in a way that reflects these priorities. This position will generally work independently and not regularly interface with students, families, or school teams. This position will primarily work from our headquarters office to maintain a connection to their colleagues and foster a sense of cross-functional collaboration. Because of the nature of this position’s work, this will allow for hybrid work. This role will have approximately 50% flexibility to work remotely.

TO APPLY:

All interested applicants should visit online at https://www.kippdc.org/join-our-team/apply-now/, and click the job posting. If you have any questions, please contact us via email at careers@kippdc.org.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race, color, national origin, immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law), religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity or expression), marital status (including domestic partnership status), genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, family responsibilities, personal appearance, veteran status, uniform service member status, status of being unemployed, status of victim a survivor of domestic violence, sexual offense or stalking, matriculation or any other protected class under federal, state, DC, or local law.

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KIPP DC requires all staff to provide proof that they are up to date on their COVID-19 vaccine (meaning they have received a full course of a COVID vaccine and receive a booster, when they are eligible) or obtain approval for exemption due to medical or religious reasons before beginning employment. New hires who have not received all doses of a COVID vaccine, who are eligible for a booster but have not received it, or who are awaiting approval for exemption will not be able to begin employment.