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We are partnering with a terrific company in the behavioral healthcare arena that is seeking an experienced Benefits Specialist for a long-term contract engagement. If you are an employee benefits pro who wants to work for a mission-driven non-profit organization, this is the job for you!
Responsibilities:
- Benefit Administration duties such as qualifying event, dependents aging out, batch benefit approvals, dependent verification, COBRA event processing terms, and professional development request approvals. Facilitate leave of absence processes/documentation, to include workers comp leave, claim management, etc.
- Utilize HRIS (Human Resources Information System) for the management and tracking of benefits data and file feed issue resolution. Generate accurate HR reports.
- Benefits Employee Support: monitor the benefits inbox and support ticketing system and respond to employees’ issues/questions promptly.
- Coordinate and track project dashboards for the benefits & compensation department.
- Complete benefit reconciliations and benefit invoice processing.
- Actively participate in weekly benefit team meetings with team and vendors.
- Make updates to benefit knowledge bank, as needed. Collaborate with benefits team and IT for benefit content page completion. Manage/update process documentation and employee “How to” guides.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of employee benefits information.
- Provide support for the lead up to and during Open Enrollment.
- Assist with benefits audits, as requested.
Qualifications:
- Recent benefits administration experience (minimum of 3-4 years) is required
- Bachelor’s in Human Resource Management, Business, Organizational Development, or related field strongly preferred.
- HRIS savvy. Proficiency with Workday preferred.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including SharePoint and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong time management and prioritization skills.
- Personable and helpful personality. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-starter who isn’t afraid to ask questions when assistance is needed.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have reliable transportation.
We are an equal opportunity employer who values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.