Human Resources - Benefits Specialist

Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries

Job Description

 

Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries' mission is to help individuals with barriers to self-sufficiency to achieve independence and dignity through work. Not charity, but a chance.

**Local applicants only please

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administers employee benefits programs, to include, medical and dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, 403(b) Plan, Disability, COBRA, Workers Compensation, and any/all other Goodwill benefits and leave programs.

  • Facilitates benefits registration, enrollment and changes for all employees.
  • Counsels employees on benefits plan provisions. Researches and responds to all benefits issues and inquiries and ensures quick, equitable and courteous resolutions.
  • Assists in the implementation of the open enrollment benefits program. Implements new benefits programs, arranges and conducts employee information presentations.
  • Verifies, allocates and reconciles the monthly premium statements for all insurance policies and other benefits and oversees payment of invoices.
  • Assists with administration of 403(b) program.
  • Serves as the HR liaison to the insurance carrier representatives to resolve all administrative issues. Maintains a working relationship with various benefits vendors.
  • Administers leave of absence programs including FMLA, PFML and others and acts as the HR advisor to employees and supervisors regarding leave eligibility and required documentation; tracks leave time and maintains LOA log.
  • Reports COBRA qualifying events to third party administrator as outlined by policy and procedure.
  • Serves as the workers’ compensation administrator; liaison to insurance vendors and case managers; responsible for claim reporting and follow-up with employee and managers.
  • Prepares OSHA 200 Log and other related reports.
  • Acts as a backup for the HR Specialist, as needed.
  • Assists in the administration of approved salary changes, employee status changes, new hires, and terminations, as needed.
  • Produces HRIS reports as they relate to employment, position, salary, recruitment, benefits, compliance and other human resources reports, as requested.
  • Ensures HR system data integrity, conducting period review and assists with maintenance of system for values, codes, tables as required.
  • May provide one-on-one training and guidance for staff using the system.
  • May perform other related duties, as requested.

 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in HR.
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in Benefits administration.
  • Strong general knowledge of employment law, HR responsibilities and systems, specifically benefits administration.
  • Strong computer skills and experience in utilizing HRIS System including report writing - preferably Ceridian, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office and the Internet.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure in setting subject to frequent interruptions.
  • Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

 

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $26.50 per hour

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