Benefits Specialist

Overview

We are looking for a talented individual to join our HR team!

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Benefits Administrator manages the Company's wellness and retirement programs to support the Company's benefit initiatives. This role serves as a Subject Matter Expert for the Company through daily interpretation and administration of the Company's benefits and company-sponsored programs regarding plan options, policy features, enrollment, and other requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED :

Receives direct supervision from the Human Resources Associate Director; may assist other departmental employees in the performance of the job functions. Does not supervise other position(s). Frequently exercises discretion.

Responsibilities

• Administers and maintains benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, leave of absence, and retirement plans.
• Ensures compliance with Federal and State laws, including but not limited to the ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, etc.
• Interprets and administers leave programs and policies in accordance with applicable federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, etc.).
• Prepares reports and applications required by law to be filed with federal and state agencies, such as the IRS, Department of Labor, and other regulatory agencies.
• Reviews and analyzes changes to state and federal laws pertaining to benefits, and reports necessary or suggests changes to management for consideration.
• Prepares census data for payroll, insurance carriers, and management.
• Plans and manages the development and distribution of benefit materials for open enrollment, including plan changes, system updates, and coordinates the implementation and roll-out of Wellness programs.
• Interprets benefit policies, reviews claims, and ensures all required forms and legal documents are supplied.
• Assists in the procurement and evaluation of bids for services or benefit programs.
• Coordinates and organizes all medical information and ensures HIPAA and Employee Privacy guidelines are closely monitored in the review of leave cases. Performs other duties as assigned.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for ADP.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements

Physical / Mental Requirements

What You'll Get When You Join the Gaumard Family

Hours

Monday to Friday 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 PM; must be willing and able to work some Saturdays or stay beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet business demands.

Other

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement : Gaumard Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, marital status, or any other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodation will be provided consistent with local law.

Employment Type

Job Function

Industries

J-18808-Ljbffr