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16 results for Benefits Leave Absence Specialist in Minneapolis, MN

Benefits & Leave of Absence Specialist
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 38.00 - 44.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Benefits & Leave of Absence Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing benefits administration and managing leave of absence processes while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and company policies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in benefits and leave management, along with excellent analytical and communication skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer company benefit and retirement plans, ensuring accurate enrollment and eligibility information.<br>• Approve and process employee life status changes within the benefits administration system.<br>• Collaborate with vendors to provide accurate eligibility data for employee benefits.<br>• Support the annual open enrollment process, including communication and system updates.<br>• Facilitate new employee orientations by presenting detailed information about the company's benefits packages and policies.<br>• Ensure employees understand their responsibilities and required documentation for leave requests.<br>• Partner with third-party vendors to manage leave of absence requests and ensure smooth coordination.<br>• Communicate with employees on leave to facilitate their timely return to work and relay relevant updates to managers.<br>• Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local leave laws, including workers’ compensation and accommodations.<br>• Monitor long-term disability claimants and coordinate with the benefits team regarding retirements, terminations, and related benefits adjustments.
  • 2025-08-27T18:34:17Z
HR Generalist
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Human Resources Generalist</strong></p><p><em>Confidential – Onsite role based in the Minneapolis area</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p>Our client is a privately held organization with a strong local presence and a diverse workforce. The company has been steadily growing for nearly two decades and is recognized for its commitment to delivering reliable services, supporting employees, and fostering an inclusive workplace culture. With a mix of year-round staff and a broader team that scales seasonally, the organization values stability, accountability, and long-term relationships with both its employees and the community.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p> The Human Resources Generalist will support day-to-day HR functions and serve as a trusted partner to both leadership and employees. This role requires a hands-on professional who can balance employee relations, compliance, and administrative responsibilities while fostering a positive workplace culture. The HR Generalist will collaborate closely with leadership, while also working independently to ensure processes are followed and employee needs are met.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the first point of contact for employee relations, ensuring issues are addressed professionally and escalated appropriately.</li><li>Support managers in handling performance discussions, corrective actions, and consistent application of company policies.</li><li>Oversee benefit administration including enrollment, compliance, and employee communication; coordinate with external brokers and internal leadership during renewals.</li><li>Manage unemployment claims, leave of absence processes, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.</li><li>Maintain accurate HR records, assist with updates to employee policies, and communicate changes clearly across the organization.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership on annual performance review processes and assist in standardizing evaluation practices.</li><li>Partner with internal recruiting resources to ensure smooth onboarding and offboarding cycles.</li><li>Provide occasional administrative support for office operations and special projects as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-08-28T18:34:00Z
Benefits Consultant
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 45.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Benefits Consultant to join our team on a long-term contract. This role is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and offers the opportunity to shape and streamline statutory leave processes under the new MN Paid Family Leave Act. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in benefits management, workflow design, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement statutory leave processes, leveraging prior experience with similar programs in other states.<br>• Advise on structuring workflows and designing comprehensive policies and procedures.<br>• Collaborate with HR, IT, and operations teams to ensure compliance with state regulations and organizational standards.<br>• Utilize Workday and ServiceNow platforms to manage benefits processes effectively.<br>• Analyze Excel reports to identify data inconsistencies and resolve issues.<br>• Act as a liaison between internal departments, fostering clear communication and alignment.<br>• Document policies and procedures to support operational efficiency and compliance.<br>• Address complexities related to unionized employees, shift differentials, and carve-outs.<br>• Provide recommendations to enhance the overall benefits department beyond statutory leave implementation.<br>• Offer project management guidance to drive successful execution of initiatives.
  • 2025-09-04T21:49:02Z
Senior Benefits Analyst
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 42.75 - 49.50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are working a client who is seeking an immediate Senior Benefits Analyst to join our team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. In this contract position, you will play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing employee benefits processes across multiple countries; to include United States, Canada and United Kingdom. This role requires someone with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and extensive experience in benefits administration and systems like Workday.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate and oversee global open enrollment processes, ensuring smooth execution and timely completion.</p><p>• Prepare and input vendor information and updated rates into Workday, conducting thorough testing and validation.</p><p>• Develop and manage clear and engaging employee communications related to benefits in multiple countries.</p><p>• Address employee inquiries and provide support for day-to-day benefits transactions.</p><p>• Implement self-service enrollment functionality in Workday for relevant organizations.</p><p>• Collaborate on benefits-related projects, leveraging expertise in benefits programs across different regions.</p><p>• Ensure compliance and accuracy in benefits administration while maintaining high attention to detail.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Suite tools to support reporting, communication, and operational needs.</p>
  • 2025-09-05T18:53:45Z
VP of HR
  • Bloomington, MN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 180000.00 - 220000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Vice President of Human Resources</p><p><br></p><p>A rapidly growing, privately held organization in the healthcare services sector is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources to join its executive leadership team. This leader will oversee all aspects of HR, providing both strategic direction and hands-on leadership across diverse teams. The role offers the chance to modernize systems, shape organizational culture, and drive people strategies that fuel growth and excellence.</p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Do</p><ul><li>Partner with executives to align HR strategy with business objectives and support organizational change.</li><li>Lead talent acquisition and retention strategies for both clinical and non-clinical roles, ensuring strong onboarding and long-term engagement.</li><li>Build and maintain competitive compensation structures and benefits programs.</li><li>Design and implement performance management systems, leadership development, and succession planning.</li><li>Oversee HR operations, including HRIS, compliance, policies, and reporting.</li><li>Provide counsel on complex employee relations matters, ensuring legal compliance and consistency.</li><li>Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to leaders at all levels, fostering collaboration, accountability, and equity.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-11T14:19:29Z
Compensation Analyst- Remote
  • Vadnais Heights, MN
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 45.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Compensation Analyst to join our manufacturing team in the Twin Cities. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in compensation strategies and analysis. If you have a strong background in compensation administration and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>Compensation administrator for the Short-Term Incentive Plan </p><ul><li>Run weekly reports for overall bonus incentive eligible participants and upload to vendor. </li><li>Review monthly report for short-term incentive plan participants. Compare with data from finance, address gaps.</li><li>Quarterly, gather employee details for quarterly operations short-term incentive plan.</li><li>Year end, work with finance to validate, QC, and input correct eligible earnings into short-term incentive plan tool.</li><li>Coordinate payment files to regions and local payroll.</li><li>Support the setup of the year-end and initial launches of the short-term incentive plan tool to managers and participants.</li><li>Coordinate the posting of quarterly payment dates.</li></ul><p>Support the Sales Incentive Plan </p><ul><li>Provide quarterly support of the short-term incentive plan tool, in partnership with finance.</li><li>Work with finance to validate, QC, and input correct eligible earnings into tool.</li><li>Assist with annual set-up of plan specifics.</li><li>Coordinate the posting of quarterly payment dates.</li></ul><p>Data analysis and validation </p><ul><li>Support compensation committee and proxy data analysis and presentations. </li><li>Validate merit budgets and salary ranges within Workday and post on intranet.</li><li>Provide requested data regarding Workday variable compensation to finance and internal audit.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-08-26T22:35:13Z
HR Generalist
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are working with a client who is looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join our team on a contract basis in Saint Paul, Minnesota. In this role, you will handle a variety of human resources tasks, including onboarding, and compliance processes, while utilizing your skills to support day-to-day HR operations. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is adept at problem-solving with minimal supervision. The work model is onsite. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Facilitate onboarding processes, including the preparation and issuance of offer letters and coordination of I-9 and background verifications.</p><p>• Support benefits-related tasks by collaborating with the benefits team and addressing staff inquiries.</p><p>• Utilize Workday or similar HRIS platforms to perform payroll-related functions and generate reports.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures while maintaining accurate records.</p><p>• Interact with staff courteously to provide guidance and resolve HR-related concerns.</p><p>• Assist with reporting and analytics to support organizational decision-making.</p><p>• Apply cognitive thinking and analytical skills to streamline HR processes and workflows.</p><p>• Manage multiple tasks effectively with a self-directed approach.</p><p>• Leverage Microsoft Office and Google Suite tools to complete administrative and operational tasks.</p><p>• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the HR department.</p>
  • 2025-09-10T07:04:28Z
HR Manager
  • Gaylord, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 45.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced HR Manager to join our team at a manufacturing facility in Gaylord, Minnesota. This long-term contract position offers a dynamic work environment, where you will oversee HR functions for a site with over 600 employees, including administrative and office personnel. With opportunities for growth and involvement in diverse projects, this role is ideal for someone eager to make a significant impact in the field of human resources.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Serve as the primary HR contact for employees and managers, addressing employee relations inquiries and resolving workplace concerns.<br>• Collaborate with the Total Rewards team at corporate to manage benefit-related questions and support site-specific initiatives.<br>• Oversee HR functions such as onboarding, training, and development programs to enhance employee engagement.<br>• Partner with the payroll specialist to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee compensation.<br>• Work closely with the dedicated recruiter to support hiring efforts and maintain a streamlined recruitment process.<br>• Manage HR systems (HRIS) to maintain accurate employee data and generate reports as needed.<br>• Provide guidance to supervisors and managers by responding to HR-related inquiries through the designated inbox.<br>• Foster an open-door policy with plant managers and employees to address concerns and promote a positive workplace culture.<br>• Participate in strategic HR projects aimed at improving processes and driving organizational success.<br>• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
  • 2025-09-08T16:38:48Z
Compensation Analyst
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 55.00 - 65.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are working with a client who is seeking an experienced Compensation Analyst to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This contract to permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical compensation processes, including market analysis, salary benchmarking, and pay structure evaluations. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, adaptability, and excellent communication abilities to support organizational goals. This role offered a hybrid work model. <br> Responsibilities: • Conduct thorough market pricing analysis to benchmark compensation data and ensure competitive salary structures. • Assist in the execution of annual compensation events, such as merit increases and bonus distributions. • Evaluate job classifications and pay grades to align roles with organizational standards. • Analyze salary trends and internal pay scales to recommend adjustments and enhancements. • Provide guidance and expertise to stakeholders regarding compensation policies and practices. • Adapt to evolving departmental needs and contribute to transformative initiatives. • Utilize tools such as Workday and Market Pay to manage payroll and compensation data. • Leverage Radford data to inform compensation strategies and decisions. • Support specialized projects related to compensation as assigned.
  • 2025-08-28T13:08:45Z
Recruiter
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 40.00 - 42.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Recruiter to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting the expansion of our sales force, primarily within the Healthcare industry. Your efforts will help ensure a smooth and strategic hiring process, delivering an exceptional experience for candidates and stakeholders alike.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for sales positions, ensuring a seamless process from sourcing to onboarding.<br>• Provide a high-quality candidate and stakeholder experience, coordinating interviews and travel arrangements as needed.<br>• Conduct initial candidate screenings and collaborate with hiring leaders who may prefer to screen candidates directly.<br>• Develop and implement phased hiring strategies to prioritize roles and align with organizational goals.<br>• Partner closely with hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and project teams to strategize recruitment efforts.<br>• Facilitate regular status meetings with leadership to review hiring progress and address priorities.<br>• Maintain accurate documentation and tracking of recruitment activities using SuccessFactors.<br>• Adapt approaches to meet hiring needs across various product lines, including Chronic Care, Comfort Care, and Peristeen products.<br>• Ensure smooth communication and coordination among all stakeholders involved in the hiring process.
  • 2025-08-14T20:18:46Z
HR Recruiter
  • New Brighton, MN
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced HR Recruiter to join our team in New Brighton, Minnesota, on a Contract-to-Permanent basis. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the entire recruitment process, from sourcing candidates to finalizing offers, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and organizational policies. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by attracting top talent across various healthcare and administrative roles.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Identify and source potential candidates using job boards, social media platforms, networks, and referrals.<br>• Oversee the complete recruitment cycle, including posting job advertisements, scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks, and extending offers.<br>• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of healthcare workers such as nurses, medical assistants, administrative staff, and specialized clinicians.<br>• Ensure all hiring practices align with employment laws, healthcare regulations, and organizational guidelines.<br>• Foster positive relationships with candidates, delivering an exceptional recruitment experience.<br>• Use applicant tracking systems to manage candidate records and recruitment workflows efficiently.<br>• Screen and evaluate applicants to ensure they meet job requirements and organizational standards.<br>• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies.<br>• Conduct thorough interviews to assess candidates' qualifications and alignment with organizational culture.<br>• Maintain accurate and organized documentation throughout the hiring process.
  • 2025-08-28T16:54:31Z
HR Generalist- Paycor
  • Saint Louis Park, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 35.63 - 41.25 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join our team on a contract basis in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a key role in managing essential human resources functions, including payroll, employee relations, onboarding, and benefits administration. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of an organization in the education industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll in Paycor for 120 employees</p><p>• Oversee the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a seamless transition into the organization.</p><p>• Administer and manage employee benefits programs, providing guidance and support to employees.</p><p>• Maintain and update HRIS systems, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with management to address HR-related issues and implement best practices.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and federal/state employment laws.</p><p>• Process and maintain employee records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.</p><p>• Provide support for payroll and compensation-related tasks as needed.</p><p>• Assist in developing and implementing HR initiatives to enhance employee engagement.</p><p>• Troubleshoot and resolve issues within Paycor and other HRIS platforms.</p>
  • 2025-09-09T18:44:11Z
Senior UKG HRIS Analyst
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 45.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior UKG HRIS Analyst to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this long-term contract role, you will play a pivotal part in managing and optimizing HR systems to support organizational goals. This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in HRIS analysis and implementation within the dynamic printing and publishing industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze and evaluate HRIS systems to ensure alignment with organizational needs and objectives.</p><p>• Oversee the implementation and integration of HRIS systems, including UKG Pro and related tools.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage system configurations and enhancements.</p><p>• Develop and maintain HRIS databases, ensuring data accuracy and system reliability.</p><p>• Utilize Cognos Business Intelligence to generate reports and insights for informed decision-making.</p><p>• Support change management efforts by training users and addressing system-related questions.</p><p>• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain operational efficiency.</p><p>• Document processes and workflows to streamline HRIS operations.</p><p>• Provide recommendations for system upgrades and improvements based on industry trends.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with data security protocols and organizational policies.</p>
  • 2025-08-26T22:35:13Z
Payroll Analyst
  • Saint Michael, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 38.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Analyst to join our team in Saint Michael, Minnesota. In this long-term contract role, you will play a key part in managing payroll processes and ensuring compliance with regulations across multiple states. This position offers the opportunity to work in the manufacturing industry, contributing to the smooth operation of payroll functions for a large workforce.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process full-cycle payroll operations for a workforce exceeding 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Manage multi-state payroll compliance, including adherence to state-specific tax regulations.</p><p>• Oversee payroll tax filings and maintain detailed records to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements.</p><p>• Utilize UKG Pro and other payroll systems to streamline processing and reporting.</p><p>• Address payroll discrepancies and resolve employee inquiries related to compensation and taxes.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to support payroll audits and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations to ensure processes align with legal standards.</p><p>• Generate comprehensive payroll reports for management review and decision-making.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvements and system optimizations within payroll operations.</p>
  • 2025-09-09T19:23:47Z
Microsoft Teams SME
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 66.50 - 77.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Microsoft Teams Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Teams strategy tailored to organizational needs. This contract position is based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and will focus on driving collaboration, enhancing governance, and ensuring compliance within the Microsoft Teams environment. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in technical implementation, user adoption strategies, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful results.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and implement a scalable Microsoft Teams strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and the broader Microsoft 365 ecosystem.<br>• Establish governance policies for team and channel creation, ownership, and lifecycle management to maintain a structured and sustainable Teams environment.<br>• Develop and enforce data privacy and protection guidelines, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.<br>• Train and support employees in effectively utilizing Teams, including transitioning files from OneDrive repositories to the Teams platform.<br>• Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure seamless integration of Teams with existing systems and emerging technologies.<br>• Create frameworks for onboarding, adoption, and engagement to maximize the value of Teams across the organization.<br>• Work with cross-functional teams to gather feedback and enable integration of Teams into departmental workflows.<br>• Deliver quick wins through phased implementation while laying the groundwork for long-term optimization of Teams usage.<br>• Monitor and assess evolving Teams capabilities, driving innovation and efficiency through continuous improvement.<br>• Develop scalable solutions to support internal and external Teams users, enhancing workflow automation and insights.
  • 2025-09-09T11:34:17Z
Payroll Manager
  • Rogers, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 57.00 - 66.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join our team. This role requires expertise in union payroll processing, certified payroll reporting, and multi-state tax filings. Based in Rogers, Minnesota, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and complex payroll environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process weekly payroll for employees across 22 states, ensuring compliance with union agreements and regulations.</p><p>• Manage tax filings, including unemployment tax and multi-state tax payments, with accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Handle certified payroll reporting and union filings, ensuring all documentation meets industry standards.</p><p>• Assist with quarter-end filings and other payroll-related submissions as required.</p><p>• Conduct union payroll audits and address discrepancies to maintain compliance.</p><p>• Utilize Vista Viewpoint software to streamline payroll operations and reporting.</p><p>• Support backend payroll processes, including post-payroll tax filings and payment reconciliations.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless payroll operations and resolve payroll-related issues.</p><p>• Provide expertise in certified payroll practices, bridging knowledge gaps within the team.</p><p>• Maintain detailed records and ensure adherence to payroll policies and regulations.</p>
  • 2025-09-05T21:24:10Z