Benefits Manager

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Charlotte, NC 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $75K - $80K 💻 Human Resources 🗓️ May 20th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

UNC Charlotte is hiring a Benefits Manager to oversee Leave of Absence (LOA) operations for staff and faculty while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. The role entails managing a team, administering leave and disability programs, maintaining regulatory adherence, collaborating cross-functionally, and providing strategic support to the Benefits Director.

Highlights

Manage daily LOA operations including case management, consulting, processing, and employee communication
Ensure consistent LOA policy application and maintain Kronos LOA module for data integrity
Lead cross-departmental collaboration with Benefits, Payroll, Employee Relations, Legal, and Workers’ Compensation teams
Supervise and develop a team of two Benefits Consultants, setting goals and monitoring performance
Partner with Benefits Director on strategic initiatives, policy development, and training delivery
Monitor compliance with federal, state, University, and HIPAA regulations and manage mandated reporting
Provide personalized guidance on complex benefit cases and backup support to the Benefits Director
Require bachelor’s degree in relevant field with 5+ years of benefits administration experience including LOA and compliance
Proficiency with HRIS systems and advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data analysis
Salary range from $75,321 to $80,000 per year; role includes occasional evening and weekend hours