Human Resources Benefits Specialist

Overview

• Drive the administration of comprehensive employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance and seamless operations within a dynamic HR environment.
• Collaborate across departments to integrate benefits processes with payroll and accounting systems effectively.
• Provide expert guidance to employees on benefits offerings, fostering understanding and satisfaction.
• Oversee open enrollment processes, coordinating with insurance providers to ensure timely communication.
• Manage employee leaves, including medical, disability, and statutory requirements, with precision and empathy.
• Support onboarding processes by ensuring new hires are set up with benefits promptly.
• Act as a liaison for employee benefits-related inquiries, maintaining professionalism and approachability.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards in benefits administration within union and non-union environments.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Administer employee benefits programs, including 401(k), medical, dental, disability, and ancillary plans.
• Coordinate open enrollment processes, ensuring smooth execution and effective communication to employees.
• Collaborate with payroll and accounting teams to maintain data accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Provide clear explanations of benefits plans to employees, addressing inquiries with patience and expertise.
• Manage employee leave processes, ensuring compliance with statutory and organizational policies.
• Support HR operations during onboarding, facilitating benefits setup for new hires.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards in benefits administration for diverse employee groups.
• Act as a key resource for employees regarding benefits-related concerns, fostering trust and satisfaction.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR benefits administration, with 7 years preferred.
• Proven expertise in managing benefits programs in union and non-union environments.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, benefits compliance, and regulatory standards.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex benefits information clearly.
• Empathy and professionalism in addressing employee concerns and inquiries.
• Ability to work on-site in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Preferred experience in construction or similar industries.