Benefits Specialist

Job Summary

Administering and supporting employee benefits programs, the full-time Benefits Specialist will manage leave of absence programs, assist new employees with benefits enrollment, and ensure compliance with regulations while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Manage leave of absence programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies
• Assist new employees in understanding and selecting benefits options during the onboarding process
• Pull reports from HRIS and benefits systems to track employee benefits enrollment and compliance metrics

Required qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree required
• 2 - 4 years of experience in benefits administration required; 5 - 7 years preferred
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to employee benefits, including ACA, COBRA, and HIPAA
• Experience coordinating with benefits vendors and HR teams
• Ability to educate employees on wellness programs and benefits utilization