Chaney Enterprises Hiring for Benefits Administrator Job at Gambrills, MD Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Summary/Objective:

The Benefits Administrator administers all benefit programs within the organization, including health, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k) and special recognition programs, in addition to processing all adjustments to enrollments, plans and programs.

Essential Functions:

• Manage all benefit programs such as group medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) and any other benefit plans.
• Enroll employees in various insurance plans and make adjustments/changes as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all insurance plans and keep up to date with all laws.
• Administer and promote 401(k) retirement plans in addition to acting as fiduciary trustee. Enroll employees and make adjustments/changes as needed.
• Ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, and other government agencies and keep up to date with all laws.
• Educate employees on the benefits available to them and communicate with employees regularly and at new hire orientations.
• Manage plan renewals and coordinate open enrollments for all benefits plans available.
• Collaborate with insurance companies and brokers on plans and payments.
• Review invoices and reconciliations for all benefit plans.
• Maintain payroll deductions for all benefit plans. Track make-up deductions for weekly absences.
• Communicate with management on all related benefit updates and changes through reports and other notices.
• Maintain individual carrier databases for all employees.
• Administer COBRA during changes in health care plan coverage for terminations or dropping family coverage.
• Other duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Manage special recognition plans.
• Administer wellness program and provide employee education. Coordinate wellness challenges within the company.
• Upload benefits contributions to various banks.
• Complete annual review by auditors.
• Develop and maintain a benefits budget while ensuring proper accounting for benefits at the best return on investment.
• Communicate with required personnel on employee absences due to workers compensation claims or FMLA.
• Assist in planning company events, such as the annual roadeo/picnic and holiday party.
• Participate with the HR department in performing monthly site visits to all locations, including presence at Chaney Chats.
• Fill in as needed for colleagues.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Work Environment:

• Work time will be indoors/office.
• Noise level will be low.

Physical Demands:

• Lift a maximum weight of 35 lbs. and carry up to 35 lbs. on occasion.
• Sit approximately 6 hours per day and walk or stand the other 2 hours per day.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• Experience with Benefits Administration (5-year minimum).

Special Skills:

• Written communication, verbal communication, and mathematical skills.
• Ability to analyze reports using statistical knowledge.
• Ability to use a computer, including Microsoft Office with a focus on Word and Excel.

• Knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).
• Knowledge of government regulations for the ACA and benefit compliance (401K, FMLA, ADA, HIPPA, ERISA, COBRA etc.).
• Familiarity with payroll administration.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to exhibit a high level of confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.

Certifications:

• SHRM member (preferred)
• SHRM-CP (preferred)
• PHR (preferred)
• CEBS (preferred)

Industry Related Experience or Skills:

• N/A

Education Required: High School

Preferred Education: College/Undergrad

Bilingual in Spanish Preferred: Yes