Benefit Specialist
Remote in Central, Mountain, or Pacific time zone
The Benefits Specialist performs the day-to-day administrative and compliance functions for the Company's benefits programs, including health and welfare and retirement plans, in compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, and applicable Federal and/or State employment laws in the U.S. The role will also support the benefit programs in Canada
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What we offer:
- Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
- 401(k) with company match
- Training and Career Development
- Generous Paid Time-Off
Responsibilities:
- The Benefits Specialist administers and communicates the company’s benefits regarding plan options, policy features, enrollment and regulatory requirements.
- Provides guidance to the Company's multi-state employees, acting as a liaison between benefit vendors and employees. Advises employees in a clear and concise manner on qualified life events, eligibility, coverage, open enrollment questions, and other benefits matters.
- Supports HR and employees and/or dependents in resolving benefit inquiries timely.
- Process and audit employee benefit changes, carrier discrepancy reporting, and open enrollment data changes.
- Responsible for benefit updates for payroll, including benefits premium adjustments and corrections.
- Completes documents including court orders, disability, and State forms.
- Advise employees on required benefit premiums while on leave, track payments, and interface with payroll as needed.
- Participates in testing the HRIS system during implementations and preparation for open enrollment.
- Review vendor error reports, research, and identify issues. Work with the HRIS team on the resolution.
- Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes.
Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration or equivalent job-related experience required
- 3+ years in Human Resources and/or Benefits (basic understanding of LOA, ADA, benefit types, programs etc.)
- Superior customer service and organizational skills
- Strong project management and multi-tasking skills
- Self-starter and motivator- has created processes and procedures
- Experience working within an HRIS system
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled