About this role
Job Summary:
The Benefits Administrator is responsible for managing and administering employee benefits programs including health insurance, leave policies, wellness initiatives, and retirement plans.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Administers and supports in the development of employee benefits programs including medical, prescription, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, voluntary benefits, and 401k.
- Oversee leave of absence programs, ensuring compliance with policies while effectively communicating leave-related information to HR team, leadership, employees, and third party leave administrator.
- Supports and enhances employee wellbeing program, driving engagement through targeted initiatives, resources, and communications.
- Coordinates benefits enrollments and life event changes, providing timely, high-quality support and issue resolution.
- Conducts regular audits and analyzes benefits programs, billings, and processes to identify discrepancies and opportunities for improvement.
- Develops and delivers benefits communications and educational materials increasing employee awareness, understanding, and engagement across multiple channels.
- Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance employee experience, operational efficiency, and program effectiveness.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in human resources, business administration or related field
- 2 years of experience in benefits administration or HR
- Requires fundamental knowledge of benefit plan administration and applicable regulations
- Working knowledge of ERISA, FMLA, HIPAA, ACA, ADA, and applicable state leave laws.
- Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office