HR SPEC (EMPLOYEE BENEFITS)
Provides technical guidance and procedural assistance to managers, supervisors, and employees in executing a variety of employee benefits programs, which may include workers' compensation, retirement, health and life benefits, Thrift Savings Program (TSP), etc. Develops and carries out specific projects to accomplish the technical support mission of the Human Resources Office. Advises supervisors and employees on regulatory requirements of the programs and develops instructions. Reviews and interprets policies, directives, and other issuances by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), National Guard (NGB), Department of Labor (DOL), and outside control agencies for applicability to activities serviced. Takes appropriate action to comply with such directives and guidance or refers the matters to the proper functional staff for action. Coordinates publication of local policies and regulations.--Serves as a technical expert in matters regarding employees' claims for Workers Compensation. Serves as the Injury Compensation Program Administrator and primary point of contact for the Federal Employee's Compensation Act (FECA) program for facilities at numerous statewide locations. Investigates facts and develops cases relative to on-the-job injuries, illnesses, processes non-routine and routine claims, which require identifying and substantiating information; and compiles pertinent information for use in filing, as well as controverting claims.--Works through appropriate channels with the DOL, Civilian Personnel Management Service (CPMS) Injury and Unemployment Compensation Division, and supervisors to determine that payment of legitimate claims is made, fraud is reported, and questionable claims are reviewed. Researches and presents any questionable cases to DOL for further action. Provides information and assistance to claimants and supervisors concerning processing procedures. Tracks claim status and follow-up requirements, monitors, and coordinates eligibility for continuation of pay for eligible claimants.--Assisits the State Injury Compensation Program Adminstrator (ICPA) in the management and monitoring of Office of Worker's Compensation (OWCP) cost for the state, and develops programs and processes to help reduce OWCP costs by coordinating with employees, DOL, medical professionals, and supervisors to return employees to work as soon as medically possible. Provides background information or answers congressional inquiries related to injured employees claims. Makes initial contact with all compensation recipients and subsequent contacts as necessary. Works with rehabilitation counselors and field nurses on return to duty under the Nurse Intervention Program. Utilizes the Injury Compensation/ Unemployment Compensation (IC/UC) computer system to make inquiries and monitor claim status. Analyzes claims to determine appropriateness of payment.--Assists the retirements specialis in administering the retirement programs for technicians desiring to retire under any of the retirement systems. Processes retirement actions, which are moderately complex, non-controversial, and/or recurring cases related to both the Federal Employees Retirement System and the Civil Services Retirement System. Provides counseling to management, employees, retirees, and family members on the complex retirement insurance benefits, entitlements/options. Interprets, applies, and explains to employees retirement and insurance laws, regulations, and policies. Interprets regulations and provides advice to employees concerning reinstatement of insurance, conversion of life insurance, and features of the programs and options associated with retirement. Researches employment records for applicability to federal career, e.g., adjustment in service computation dates.--Provides technical guidance and assistance to management and employees on benefit programs such as Federal Employee Health Benefits, Federal Employees Group Life Insurance, Thrift Savings Program, Long Term Care Program, Mass Transportation Program, etc. Reviews, interprets, and distributes informative material on new, changed, and pending policy changes for employees that impact on existing benefit program entitlements. Provides counseling to management, employees, and beneficiaries regarding program coverage, options, variances in coverage, and advantages and disadvantages of benefits.--Composes letters or summaries relating to a variety of employee benefit matters. Recommend changes to operating policies and procedures.--Develops, modifies, and conducts presentation of basic and/or refresher training in employee benefit procedures such as workers' compensation, retirement, TSP, etc.--May serve in the absence of the higher graded specialist.--Performs other duties as assigned. GENERAL
Experience:
Experience, education, or training which involves the exercise of analytical ability, judgement, discretion, and personal responsibility, and application of a substantial body of knowledge of principles, concepts and practices applicable to on or more fields of administration or management. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Must have at least 24 months experience, education, or training involving the administering, delivering, maintaining, advising, and adapting basic concepts, principles, and theories of Human Resources to the unique organizational, management, and mission requirements. PLACEMENT FACTORS:
Applicants should demonstrate through prior experience, education and training the following:
(1) Knowledge of Employee Relations principles, practices and counseling techniques. (2) Ability to perform recurring types of technical work related to Employee Relations. (3) Ability to resolve minor conflicts or problems with employees, supervisors and union officials on Employee Relations issues. (4) Ability to research, understand and provide guidance on regulations covering Federal employee benefits. (5) Ability to review and interpret personnel action requests and determine the appropriate methods required to process personnel actions. (6) Experience working with Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, Power Point and Access Database. (7) Completion of a course of training related to the field.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Experience:
Experience, education, or training which involves the exercise of analytical ability, judgement, discretion, and personal responsibility, and application of a substantial body of knowledge of principles, concepts and practices applicable to on or more fields of administration or management. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Must have at least 24 months experience, education, or training involving the administering, delivering, maintaining, advising, and adapting basic concepts, principles, and theories of Human Resources to the unique organizational, management, and mission requirements. PLACEMENT FACTORS:
Applicants should demonstrate through prior experience, education and training the following:
(1) Knowledge of Employee Relations principles, practices and counseling techniques. (2) Ability to perform recurring types of technical work related to Employee Relations. (3) Ability to resolve minor conflicts or problems with employees, supervisors and union officials on Employee Relations issues. (4) Ability to research, understand and provide guidance on regulations covering Federal employee benefits. (5) Ability to review and interpret personnel action requests and determine the appropriate methods required to process personnel actions. (6) Experience working with Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, Power Point and Access Database. (7) Completion of a course of training related to the field.
- Department:
0203 Human Resources Assistance - Salary Range:
$43,251 to $68,777 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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