Melinda Kensinger
About Melinda Kensinger
Melinda Kensinger is the Benefits Manager at Maximus, with extensive experience in employee benefits management and payroll systems.
Current Role at Maximus
Melinda Kensinger currently holds the role of Benefits Manager at Maximus. She began this role in 2021 and continues to manage various aspects of employee benefits. Her responsibilities primarily include overseeing the administration of employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, and working to improve the overall efficiency of benefits processes.
Previous Positions at Maximus
Prior to her current role as Benefits Manager, Melinda Kensinger worked as a Senior Benefits Specialist at Maximus. She held this position from 2020 to 2021 for 9 months. In this role, she was responsible for supporting the benefits management team and ensuring that employees received accurate and timely information regarding their benefits.
Experience at Ratner Companies
Melinda Kensinger has an extensive background working with Ratner Companies in Vienna, Virginia. She started as an HR/Document Coordinator in 2009 for 4 months. She then transitioned to the role of Payroll and Benefits Specialist from 2009 to 2014, and later served as a Senior Benefits Specialist from 2014 to 2020. In these roles, she managed both payroll and benefits operations, demonstrating her expertise in these areas.
Educational Background
Melinda Kensinger completed her Bachelor of Science in Leadership from Old Dominion University, studying from 2015 to 2019. Before that, she earned an Associate of Science in Business Management from Northern Virginia Community College from 2012 to 2015. Her education has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective leadership and business management.
Expertise in Employee Benefits Management
Melinda Kensinger possesses significant expertise in critical components of employee benefits management, including the Affordable Care Act (ACA), COBRA, and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). She has also held the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) designation, underscoring her expertise in payroll systems. She aims to achieve a SHRM certification, furthering her professional development in human resources.