[Hiring] Human Resources Manager - Benefits, Compensation, HRIS @Kent County

Role Description

Are you a strategic HR leader who thrives at the intersection of data, systems, and people? Do you enjoy shaping programs that directly impact the employee experience across an entire organization? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise to our Human Resources Leadership Team.

In this role, you will oversee the recommended design, implementation, communication, and administration of the County’s compensation, benefits, and HRIS programs. You’ll help ensure our employees receive high-value, compliant, and accessible programs, while driving process improvements and supporting long-term HR strategy.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the County’s compensation and benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FMLA, and related offerings.
• Partner with IT and Fiscal Services to oversee the HRIS to ensure efficient processes resulting in accurate and reliable data for use by HR and County departments.
• Contribute as a member of the HR Leadership Team, helping shape policies, address employment matters, and support budget planning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with insurance carriers, TPAs, and HRIS vendors to ensure high-quality, cost-effective services.
• Lead the annual open enrollment process, including communication materials, information sessions, and system updates.
• Keep employees and stakeholders informed by developing clear, timely communication around compensation, benefits, and HRIS updates.
• Ensure all programs comply with federal and state requirements, including ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, civil rights laws, and FOIA.
• Partner across the organization on related areas such as labor relations, ADA, Workers’ Compensation, payroll, and budgeting.
• Collaborate with Fiscal Services to maintain smooth, accurate integration between HR and payroll systems.
• Maintain tools and processes for job descriptions, classification, and internal/external equity reviews.
• Provide guidance on compensation, benefits, and HRIS policies to leaders and staff.
• Coach, lead and develop four employees, including setting goals, evaluating performance, and supporting professional growth.

*This position is referral bonus eligible*

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Accounting, IT, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Six years of progressively responsible HR experience, including four years focused on benefits, compensation, and/or HRIS.
• Three years of supervisory or senior advisory experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• CEBS, CBP, or CCP certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of benefits administration, HRIS functions, compensation practices, and compliance requirements.
• Skilled in project management and comfortable working with data, spreadsheets, databases, and reporting tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well across departments.

Additional Information

• *Notices will come via email so please be sure to monitor the email address indicated on your application*
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Benefits

• Invest In Your Future: You can build a secure, lasting career here with benefits that support you and your family.
• Make a Difference: Be a part of something meaningful and witness the direct impact of what you do.
• Be Part of a Team: Teamwork allows us to achieve together what none of us could do alone.
• Lead with Integrity: Be part of a workplace that values honesty, transparency, and doing the right thing.