Employee Benefits & Payroll Support (EBPS) Analyst

Job Description

Employee Benefits & Payroll Support (EBPS) Analyst

(
26000713
)

Organization
:

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
Agency Contact Name and Information
:

Melanie Sonnier, OOD.TalentAcquisition@ood.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
:

Sep 29, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
:

150 OOD Cmplx

150 East Campus View Boulevard

Columbus

43235-4604
Primary Location
:

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation
:

$27.73/hour (unless required by legislation)
Schedule
:

Full-time
Work Hours
:

8:00AM - 5:00PM M-F
Classified Indicator
:

Classified
Union
:

Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill
:

Human Resources
Technical Skills
:

Basic Documentation, Computer Literacy, Clerical & Data Entry, Customer Service, Payroll, Benefits
Professional Skills
:

Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Interpreting Data, Confidentiality

Agency Overview

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence. Our agency works with partners in businesses, education, and non-profit organizations to facilitate customized employment plans for Ohioans with disabilities; helps Ohio companies recruit and retain employees with disabilities; and is the sole agency determining medical and vocational Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs in Ohio. We help connect the people of Ohio who have disabilities with the resources, support, and opportunities that fit their unique needs, abilities, and interests so that they can find and retain meaningful employment. To learn more about what we do, please visit our website at
ood.ohio.gov
.
Follow us on social media @OhioOOD!

Job Description
HR Analyst Position Overview
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated HR Analyst to join our Human Resources team. This role plays an important part in supporting OOD's mission to empower Ohioans with disabilities through employment, independence, and accessibility. By ensuring accurate payroll and benefits administration, you will help our employees focus on delivering impactful services to the individuals we serve.
In this position, you will manage a variety of human resources functions within the Employee Payroll & Benefits Support unit. Your responsibilities will include tracking and processing leave programs such as workers' compensation, caregiver, military, and adoption/childbirth leave. You will monitor and certify Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) claims, advise employees on related policies, and conduct audits to ensure compliance. Using tools like Cognos and Excel, you will analyze data, prepare reports, and communicate with employees and managers regarding personnel actions and verification notices. Additionally, you will process payroll for the entire agency, research and resolve payroll issues, and maintain accurate records in systems such as OAKS, UKG Pro, and OnBase.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of human relations, government processes, and employment laws, including FMLA. Strong skills in Microsoft Office and general office equipment are essential. You should be able to define problems, analyze data, and draw valid conclusions, as well as handle sensitive inquiries with professionalism. Attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and effective communication are key to success in this role.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a team that values collaboration and service. If you are ready to make an impact and support OOD's mission, we encourage you to apply today.
Division of Human Resources: Employee Benefits & Payroll Support
Employee Benefits & Payroll Support (EBPS) coordinates agency timekeeping, payroll, benefits, leave, and safety initiatives.
Classification: Human Capital Management (HCM) Analyst

Pay Information
Starting salary will be step 1, subject to law or union contract requirements. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. There are cost of living increases to these rates each year and additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.
Months of Employment
At Hire
6 months
18 months
30 months
42 months
Pay Range
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
EX 10
Hourly
$27.73
$29.25
$30.83
$32.61
$34.35
Annual
$57,678.00
$60,840.00
$64,126.00
$67,829.00
$71,448.00

Our roles are primarily in-office to encourage collaboration and connection, however some locations may have adjusted on-site requirements based on space availability at this time. Reporting details will be provided by the supervisor before the start date. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements.
Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver's license.
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is not an E-Verify employer and will
not

sponsor applicants for work visas.
Applications and Selections
"See resume" is not a substitution for completing work experience and/or supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must also be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application. If "See Resume" is used in place of work experience, your application may not be considered.
Applicants can check their application status and all vacancy-related email correspondence on "My Jobpage." On the Careers.Ohio.Gov job search webpage, once signed in the link to My Jobpage is displayed under the TeamOhio logo. Applicants who require technical assistance (e.g., issues logging in or other system-related issues) should contact

careers@ohio.gov
.
The selection process consists of an online assessment and a remote structured interview.
All communications are sent via email.
Candidates should make sure their account contains an email address that is checked regularly including checking junk and/or spam.
Background Check
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our
Total Rewards website
! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of
eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (
such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
)

& Optional Deferred Compensation (
Ohio Deferred Compensation
)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
2 years experience in human resources.
-Or completion of undergraduate core program in human resources, business or public administration.
-Or 1 year experience as Human Capital Management Associate, 64611.
-Or equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.
Job Skills:
Human Resources, Computer Literacy, Customer Service, Benefits, Payroll, Basic Documentation, Clerical and Data Entry, Critical Thinking, Interpreting Data, Attention to Detail, Adaptability, Confidentiality
Supplemental Information
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is amongst the top-ranked state agencies implementing inclusive and accessible planning and programming into businesses operations and services. We strive to hire, sustain, and promote a workforce that not only embraces this mission but is also reflective of the Ohioans we serve.
If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact
OOD.OandA@ood.ohio.gov
so proper arrangements can be made.

ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Requirements

requirements. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. There are cost of living increases to these rates each year and additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.
Months of Employment
At Hire
6 months
18 months
30 months
42 months
Pay Range
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
EX 10
Hourly
$27.73
$29.25
$30.83
$32.61
$34.35
Annual
$57,678.00
$60,840.00
$64,126.00
$67,829.00
$71,448.00

Our roles are primarily in-office to encourage collaboration and connection, however some locations may have adjusted on-site requirements based on space availability at this time. Reporting details will be provided by the supervisor before the start date. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements.
Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver's license.
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is not an E-Verify employer and will
not

sponsor applicants for work visas.
Applications and Selections
"See resume" is not a substitution for completing work experience and/or supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must also be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application. If "See Resume" is used in place of work experience, your application may not be considered.
Applicants can check their application status and all vacancy-related email correspondence on "My Jobpage." On the Careers.Ohio.Gov job search webpage, once signed in the link to My Jobpage is displayed under the TeamOhio logo. Applicants who require technical assistance (e.g., issues logging in or other system-related issues) should contact

careers@ohio.gov
.
The selection process consists of an online assessment and a remote structured interview.
All communications are sent via email.
Candidates should make sure their account contains an email address that is checked regularly including checking junk and/or spam.
Background Check
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive