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The Shamin Hotels People Team is looking for a Benefits & Wellness Specialist!
Are you someone who values teamwork, takes ownership of your role, and is passionate about serving a team with warmth and hospitality? We invite you to join our team!
Why Should You Work for Shamin Hotels?
Amazing Benefits! In addition to competitive pay, we offer a range of benefits for full-time associates, including health, dental, vision, accident and short and long term disability insurance, pet insurance, gym membership discounts, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Shamin Perk discounts on tickets, rental cars and attractions, footwear discounts, 401K plan with company match, employee discounts at our branded hotels and more!
Teamwork! The People Team is a team of leaders who are passionate about bringing the HUMAN part of Human Resources back in focus. This role will actively partner with our HR Business Partner, Associate Experience Specialist, and Corporate Director of Human Resources- along with the many other leaders in the home office. The ideal candidate for this role is not only a subject matter expert in the field of Benefits & Wellness, but also a team player who wants to connect and serve the greater team.
Position Overview:
The Benefits & Wellness Specialist provides support and consultation to Shamin Hotels’ associates as it relates to Benefits and associate wellness. They are responsible for implementing and managing all associate benefit programs within Shamin Hotels including benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs and other benefits. This role is responsible for seeking out new opportunities and partnerships for associate wellness to make Shamin Hotels competitive in our industry. The ideal candidate has a passion for serving the community and maintains meticulous records ensuring compliance to all laws. The Benefits Specialist provides assistance to associates with claims and information requests relating to their benefits in a timely and professional manner as well as training managers to empower them with questions they may have. Not only is this candidate able to navigate benefit details to support Shamin Hotels, but they also connect with associates in the field advocating for how the benefit plans can best serve them.
Benefit Specialist main areas of focus include:
Benefit Programs
- Develop and design comprehensive employee benefits packages considering health insurance, retirement plans, disability coverage and other benefits
- Collaborate with leadership to align benefit offerings with organizational goals and associate needs
- Evaluate and advise the selection of vendors to provide the best value for associate benefits
- Develop and manage wellness programs to promote associate health and well-being
Leave Administration
- Develop, implement, and communicate leave policies and procedures in alignment with legal requirements and organizational guidelines
- Serve as point of contact for associates seeking information or assistance with leave-related matters
- Receive and process associate lave requests, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date- records of associate leave balances, approvals, and related documentation
- Collaborate with department managers to address leave-related matters
- Utilize leave management systems to track and report on associate leave usage
- Coordinate with relevant parties to ensure a seamless transition back to work
Associate Engagement & Support
- Work on strategies to enhance associate engagement through benefit programs
- Seek feedback from associates to continuously improve the benefits package
- Address associate inquiries and concerns related to benefits
- Resolve issues related to claims, coverage, and other benefit-related matters
- Conduct educational sessions or workshops to help associates understand and make informed decisions regarding their benefits
Compliance Management
- Stay updated on relevant employment laws and regulations related to benefits
- Ensure that benefit programs comply with legal requirements and industry standards
- Ensure that organizations leave policies comply with legal requirements
Knowledge & Skill Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills, written, verbal and active listening. Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and manage time effectively. Flexibility to adapt programs in response to organization changes and needs
- Knowledge in applicable HR laws and regulations (federal and state)
- Knowledge of insurance and retirement markets
- Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and to build trust across the organization
- Commitment to staying updated on industry trends, legal changes, and evolving best practices
- Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and on teams; excellent organizational skills
- Competencies: analytical skills, critical thinking and reasoning, emotional intelligence, business acumen, creativity, problem-solving, cultural awareness and sensitivity
Education Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited 4-year University with a degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology or other related field is preferred. HR-specific experience or military background may substitute for education
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in benefits administration required
- Certification in Human Resources strongly preferred
Shamin Hotels is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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