Cleveland State University
Administrator, Benefits and Leave
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Hybrid - Cleveland, OH
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Human Resources
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June 8th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Cleveland State University is hiring an Administrator, Benefits and Leave to manage the university's employee benefit and leave programs, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. The role involves assisting employees with benefits eligibility, enrollment, leaves, and accommodation requests while maintaining data integrity and serving as a liaison between employees and carriers.
Highlights
- Administers employee benefit and leave programs, including health, wellness, retirement, and leave policies.
- Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and university guidelines.
- Provides customer service across multiple communication channels regarding eligibility, enrollment, leaves, and accommodations.
- Acts as liaison between employees and benefit carriers.
- Maintains data integrity across HR systems.
- Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
- Preferred experience with ERP or Human Capital Management software and multi-state leave administration.
- Must have knowledge of federal and state regulations including ACA, FMLA, COBRA, ADA, and Section 125 plans.
- Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience; experience in benefit administration and full-cycle leave processing is required.
- Position reports to the Department of Human Resources at Cleveland State University with a full-time, Monday through Friday schedule and a hybrid work option after training.
Administrator, Benefits and Leave Full Description
Administrator, Benefits and Leave
Posting Details
Business Title | Administrator, Benefits and Leave
Posting Category |
Salary Grade | 06
Salary Plan | Professional Non Bargaining
Hiring Range /Pay Rate |
Department | Department of Human Resources
Department Description | Cleveland State University (CSU) is seeking a Benefits & Leaves Administrator to support the campus as it modernizes human resources and continues to provide a comprehensive range of benefits designed to promote the health, well-being, and financial security of CSU employees and their families.This position is a hybrid role, permitting one to two days of remote work per week in accordance with University guidelines following the initial training period. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Position Location | Main Campus
FTE | 1.0
Job Summary | Administers Cleveland State University’s (CSU) employee benefit and leave programs, including health, wellness, retirement, and leave policies while ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and CSU’s guidelines. Delivers high-quality customer service through multiple communication channels by assisting employees with eligibility, enrollment, leaves, and accommodation requests. Acts as a liaison between employees and carriers and is responsible for maintaining compliance and data integrity across all systems. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. Experience in benefit administration and full-cycle leave of absence event processing. Related work experience may be substituted for the education requirement. One (1) year of related work experience can be substituted for one (1) year of education. For example, a candidate with a high school diploma, GED, or state recognized equivalent and four (4) years of related work experience can be eligible to apply.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Human Capital Management (HCM) software systems. Experience with multi-state leave administration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) | Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, and other laws affecting benefit and leave programs, including Affordable Care Act (ACA), FMLA, Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Ace (COBRA), ADA, and Section 125 Cafeteria Plans. Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to develop and deliver effective presentations. Exceptional interpersonal skills and have a “Customer Focus” attitude and delivery. Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills. Uses data and judgment to assess leave eligibility and compliance. Clearly and effectively conveys information to various audiences. Works cooperatively across HR functions, colleges, and departments. Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion. Ability to provide empathy and professionalism when assisting employees. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Requisition Number | PT0703861S
Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicant Instructions | Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.
Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/hrd/employment.html. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.
Hours per week | 40
Work Schedule | Monday through Friday
Advertising Copy |
Full Time/Part Time | Full Time
Posted Date | 06/05/2026
Close Date/Application Deadline |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Review Begins | 06/12/2026
Tentative Start Date |
Posting Category |
Salary Grade | 06
Salary Plan | Professional Non Bargaining
Hiring Range /Pay Rate |
Department | Department of Human Resources
Department Description | Cleveland State University (CSU) is seeking a Benefits & Leaves Administrator to support the campus as it modernizes human resources and continues to provide a comprehensive range of benefits designed to promote the health, well-being, and financial security of CSU employees and their families.This position is a hybrid role, permitting one to two days of remote work per week in accordance with University guidelines following the initial training period. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Position Location | Main Campus
FTE | 1.0
Job Summary | Administers Cleveland State University’s (CSU) employee benefit and leave programs, including health, wellness, retirement, and leave policies while ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and CSU’s guidelines. Delivers high-quality customer service through multiple communication channels by assisting employees with eligibility, enrollment, leaves, and accommodation requests. Acts as a liaison between employees and carriers and is responsible for maintaining compliance and data integrity across all systems. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. Experience in benefit administration and full-cycle leave of absence event processing. Related work experience may be substituted for the education requirement. One (1) year of related work experience can be substituted for one (1) year of education. For example, a candidate with a high school diploma, GED, or state recognized equivalent and four (4) years of related work experience can be eligible to apply.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Human Capital Management (HCM) software systems. Experience with multi-state leave administration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) | Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, and other laws affecting benefit and leave programs, including Affordable Care Act (ACA), FMLA, Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Ace (COBRA), ADA, and Section 125 Cafeteria Plans. Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to develop and deliver effective presentations. Exceptional interpersonal skills and have a “Customer Focus” attitude and delivery. Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills. Uses data and judgment to assess leave eligibility and compliance. Clearly and effectively conveys information to various audiences. Works cooperatively across HR functions, colleges, and departments. Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion. Ability to provide empathy and professionalism when assisting employees. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Requisition Number | PT0703861S
Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicant Instructions | Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.
Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/hrd/employment.html. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.
Hours per week | 40
Work Schedule | Monday through Friday
Advertising Copy |
Full Time/Part Time | Full Time
Posted Date | 06/05/2026
Close Date/Application Deadline |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Review Begins | 06/12/2026
Tentative Start Date |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- CSU Website
- Other
- If you selected 'Public Job Posting" or "Other" please provide source.
(Open Ended Question) - * Do you require any type of accommodation, should you be invited to campus for further screening? Please contact CSU at (216) 687-3636 if you need accommodation.
- Yes
- No
- * Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience in benefit administration and full-cycle leave of absence event processing?
- Yes
- No
Application Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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