Hr Specialist - Benefits

JSM & Associates, LLC ("JSM") is seeking a professional, skilled individual to fill the role of the company's HR Specialist - Benefits. This role will administer and manage the benefits offered to the eligible employees of JSM & Associates, LLC, and our subsidiary, JSM Airport Services, LLC. The HR Specialist - Benefits will report directly to the Director of Human Resources but may also assist other individuals within both of the organizations.
Compensation:

• Salary starting at $58k, commensurate with experience.
• Paid weekly

Benefits:

• Full medical benefits after 60 days of employment (health, vision, dental, short term-long term)
• Vacation accrual starts on first day of employment.
• Vacation is available to use after 6 months of employment.
• 7 Paid Holidays
• 401K/Employer Match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Expanding company with professional growth potential

Responsible for managing and administering a company's employee benefit programs, from retirement plans and health insurance to life insurance and beyond.

• Benefit eligibility of employees based on hire dates and/or applicable qualifying life status changes.
• Generate digital enrollment information to newly eligible employees.
• Build employee profiles in Employee Navigator and generate registration emails to newly eligible employees.
• Review reports for completion of enrollments and enter applicable deductions/employer expense into payroll software.
• Calculate applicable final benefit/property deductions when employment ends, with notification to payroll (and any other necessary departments)
• Enter employee terminations in Employee Navigator, process COBRA notifications (through a third-party administrator), and mail out non-COBRA benefit information when applicable.
• Assist with claims (short-term disability, long-term disability, or life), when needed.
• Conduct/administer/oversee the company's "open enrollment".
• Prepare and submit the contributions/employer match of participating employees to the record keeper of the company's 401(k) plan.
• Assist/manage 401(k) rollover requests, as well as 401(k) hardship withdrawals.
• Provide information, when needed, related to the company's Form 5500 filing, as well as the actual filing of same.
• Provide necessary information (to external auditors) related to the 401(k)-plan audit.
• Administer/Promote the company's Wellness Program, in conjunction with the health insurance provider.
• Administer other company provided benefits.
• Assist with fringe benefit wage calculations, when applicable
• Coordinates quarterly review of benefits program (claim and cost analysis)
• Workers Compensation Program: Tracks cases, follows company guidelines to determine return-to-work eligibility. Case Management - coordinate resolution with carriers and JSM site leadership
• Drug Screening / Urgent Care Clinics: Supports Service sites by identifying, establishing, and overseeing site-local clinics for their screening and injury mgmt. needs.
• Affirmative Action Program: Timely and Accurate tracking of demographic data, leads/coordinates with outside vendor for compliance and report.
• Garnishments respond promptly to the court order (if the order requires)
• Complete/respond to employment verifications.
• Processes and administers all paperwork: medical, ADA and FMLA.
• Employee Files: Maintaining physical and digital personnel files.
• Ensure smooth communication with employees and timely resolution to their queries.
• Supports HR department by cross-training and covering other roles during team member vacations.
• Provides ad-hoc administrative support for Senior Management and other office staff as required.
• Safety and compliance training as required.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in HR or related field, but experience and/or other training/certification may be substituted for the education.
• Minimum of two years' experience in benefits administration.
• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.
• Well-developed interpersonal, verbal, and writing communication skills.
• Effective in a team environment through collaboration and partnership
• Ability to establish and meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyze and problem-solve effectively, offering solutions to resolve issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, and Power-Point

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

This full-time, exempt position will be located at JSM's Corporate Headquarters, which is currently located in Tavares, FL (the company anticipates moving in early 2024 to a location in Apopka, which will serve as our new corporate headquarters). The company offers a relaxed working environment, with a hybrid schedule 4 days at the office and 1 day working remotely, working hours 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at JSM:
At JSM, we recognize that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is Good for Business.
Our goal is to attract good job candidates, retain our best employees, and create a more engaged and productive workforce. We want all our team members to feel safe, valued, respected, and involved in their role at JSM. Together, we unite for diversity and inclusion. JSM is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where employees excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.