Lead, Benefits and Leave of Absence in Minneapolis, Minnesota at WSB and Associates

Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking a Benefits and Leave of Absence Lead to add to our team.TheBenefits & Leaves of Absence Lead is responsible for the strategic administration and continuous improvement of WSBs benefits programs and Leave of Absence programs. This position provides technical leadership and subject matter expertise on benefits plan design, compliance, vendor management, ensuring accurate data flow, efficient processes, and a positive employee experience across the organization.WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What you will do:

• Manage the day-to-day administration of health, wellness, retirement, and leave of absence programs, including open enrollment, life event changes, and eligibility management.
• Serve as the point of contact for benefits vendors and brokers for issues that arise.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and SECURE 2.0.
• Partner with finance/payroll on benefits deductions and invoice reconciliation.
• Partner with Director, HRIS & Total Rewards for annual open enrollment planning, communications, and system configuration.
• Own the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of ADP Workforce Now, including benefits enrollment setup, deduction codes, eligibility rules, and life event workflows.
• Manage system integrations between ADP WFN and third-party vendors (carriers, retirement recordkeepers, payroll, ancillary benefit providers), ensuring accurate and timely data feeds.
• Build and maintain custom reports, dashboards, and audits within ADP WFN to support HR Leadership and the business.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, working directly with ADP support as needed.
• Lead or support HRIS related projects, including module implementations, open enrollment configuration, and annual system updates.
• Maintain data integrity through regular audits of employee records, benefits elections, and payroll interfaces.
• Support compliance reporting, including ACA filings, Form 5500 preparation, and nondiscrimination testing.
• May remain in a stationary position for extended periods while performing computer based system administration work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in benefits administration and HRIS management required.
• Direct, hands on experience administering and configuring ADP Workforce Now, specifically the benefits and HRIS modules, required.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, CEBS, or similar HR/benefits certification preferred.
• Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now required, including benefits, HRIS, and reporting modules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Products (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc).
• Primarily office-based role; hybrid work arrangement available.
• Full-time position with standard business hours; occasional evening or overtime work may be required during open enrollment or system implementations.
• Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, as required by the business or hiring manager.

Who We Are:

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.