Human Resources Generalist

Company: The State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB)
Location: Madison
Posted on: April 26, 2025

Job Description:

Human Resources Generalist

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The State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB)

Madison, WI



Making a Difference

The State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB), founded in 1951, is a premier global investment organization responsible for managing the more than $156 billion of assets of the fully funded Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), the State Investment Fund and other state funds. Through SWIB's effective and innovative investment management, WRS remains one of the only fully funded US public pensions. We are the 9th largest public pension fund in the U.S. and the 25th largest public or private pension fund in the world. SWIB is recognized by the investment industry for our teamwork and innovation. SWIB pursues sophisticated global investment strategies across the asset and risk allocation spectrum. Providers across the investment ecosystem seek to partner with SWIB.

Serving more than 691,000 beneficiaries of the WRS, SWIB is a mission-driven organization focused on providing a strong financial future to those who committed their careers to public service. For public employees and the 1,500 Wisconsin employers who contribute on their behalf, we are a trusted partner. Our team innovates continuously to meet the challenges of an evolving investment landscape while growing and protecting the assets of the WRS.

SWIB provides a strong, steady economic pillar for the state of Wisconsin by growing the trust funds under its management, managing risk, and optimizing costs of the long term. We are a mission-driven organization and the participants we serve are our mission. By bringing a disciplined, prudent, and innovative approach to market opportunities, SWIB has been successful in generating required returns and maintaining the trust of the beneficiaries and stakeholders of the funds we oversee.

Home To Top Talent

Our high-performing staff is key to what makes us a premier investment manager. SWIB is committed to investing in talented professionals to implement our robust, sophisticated investment strategies and to keep the organization at the forefront of the investment industry. We encourage innovation and offer professional development opportunities to help staff sharpen and expand their skills. Approximately 61 percent of SWIB's investment professionals are Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholders.

Job Description:

About the Team

The HR Division consists of 8 staff which includes the Head of Human Resources, the Talent Acquisition Team, the HR Operations Team, and an HR Business Partner. We provide all HR functions and support for our 298 professionals.

Position Overview

SWIB is seeking a Human Resources Generalist who will report to the HR Operations Manager and who will serve as our benefits administrator and play a critical role in supporting various HR functions as a HR Generalist, including, employee engagement, HR systems management, compliance, and performance management. This individual will work closely with employees and HR leadership to ensure the efficient delivery of HR services and the smooth administration of employee-related programs. The HR Generalist will also serve as a back-up to the HR Operations Manager and the other HR Generalist and contribute to the employee life cycle, from onboarding to offboarding, and will assist with reporting, record keeping, and program participation.

Essential activities:

Benefits Administration

Oversees the administration of all employee benefit plans, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, employee assistance program, wellness program, pre-tax spending accounts and COBRA.
Conducts new employee benefits orientations, assist with enrollment processes, and manages changes to employee benefit selections.
Administers a proactive and educational employee benefit program which includes developing and delivering accurate and timely training, including presenting in front of groups, and written resources.
Works with State of Wisconsin Central Benefits and vendors, to stay up to date on benefits offerings.
Updates benefits policies, procedures, and information available to employees.
Manage the annual benefits open enrollment process by attending the trainings, educating staff and ensuring all enrollments are completed by the deadline.
Complete all monthly and yearly benefit reconciliations and required submittals to ensure SWIB's information is submitted timely and accurately.
Responsible for administering employee benefit life events (e.g. marriage, birth, divorce) and preparing benefit termination documents.
Proactively learn all components of the benefits program to become a subject matter expert while building positive working relationships with the state benefit contacts.
Delivers outstanding customer service by answering employee questions regarding benefits, addresses concerns, and providing information to help employees select plan options.
Maintains accurate employee benefit records and provides data when needed.

HRIS Systems

Assist with maintenance of the HR Systems timely and accurately. Responsible for assistance with entering and reviewing of all people related transactions into the system and maintaining employee records. Stay current on and assist with bi-annual system upgrades and stay updated on current technology trends. Prior experience with Workday and PeopleSoft systems is a plus.


Performance Management

This role will be responsible for administering and working with SWIB HR leaders to monitor annual performance programs such as annual review and goal setting processes.


Compliance

This role will assist the HR Operations Manager with support on programs such as FMLA, ADA, OSHA, safety, and annual training completion.
This role also is a key member the SWIB Safety Team and assists with planning staff events.

The ideal candidate:

4+ years HR experience with benefits administration focus preferred
Bachelor's degree in business, human resources or related field.
Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations related to employee benefits
Strong team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow with SWIB.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Customer service oriented with excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with discretion, tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
Excellent organizational skills, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
Proficient with, or the ability to quickly learn, human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications. Prior experience with Workday and PeopleSoft is a plus.
Proficient computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Positive attitude, with a willingness to learn and adapt to changing circumstances.

SWIB Offers:

Competitive total cash compensation, based on AON (formerly McLagan) industry benchmarks
Comprehensive benefits package
Educational and training opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Challenging work in a professional environment
Hybrid work environment

The position requires U.S. work authorization.

Pursuant to our Hybrid Remote Work Policy, all staff have the flexibility to work remotely, but are required to have a weekly presence in our offices, the frequency of which is dependent on their distance from office. Staff are not required to reside locally; however, we offer relocation reimbursement to the Dane County area per our policy.

All SWIB employees are subject to SWIB's Ethics Policy and Personal Trade Approvals Policy. These policies include restrictions on outside business activities and employment and have limits on personal trading. You may request copies of these policies from SWIB's talent acquisition team and any questions can be answered by SWIB's compliance team.

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