Job Description

SUMMARY:
Administers and manages corporate benefit plans and programs. Provides advice and guidance to Operating Units on company benefit policies and contracts. Leads benefits related activities in integration of acquisitions, tuck-ins and mergers. Coaches Benefits Administrator.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS/DUTIES:
• Provides support in the development, planning, implementation, revision and administration of employee benefit programs such as health insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, employee assistance, retirement, and other plans.
• Participates in the researches, analysis and evaluation, and administers corporate benefit plans and programs.
• Is responsible for the preparation and implementation of communication and educational benefits programs and materials.
• Provides support to Operating Units in a variety of functions.
• Functions as a liaison between vendors and HR.
• Oversees enrollment of employees in medical, dental, and prescription drug benefit plans, including annual enrollment.
• Maintains general information regarding Operating Units access and administrator changes with all vendors.
• Actively participates in integration of acquisitions, tuck-ins and mergers.
• Is responsible for training Unit administrators in QS policy, QS benefit policies and eligibility system training.
• Advises employees on eligibility, coverage and other benefits matters.
• Supports units by monitoring the processing of death and disability claims. Is liaison between unit and carrier for escalated issues.
• Researches and resolves complex, non-routine problems.
• Is responsible for updating and maintaining a variety of benefits documents, including but not limited to carrier contracts, plan documents, SPDs, and carrier matrix for structures and benefits.
• Seeks opportunities for process improvement and efficiencies.
• Must stay abreast of applicable benefits legislation.
• Performs a variety of tasks and works under general supervision.
• Is responsible for coaching and training Benefits Administrator.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Assists with special projects and performs other related duties as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Associate degree and minimum of 5 years of experience in benefits administration.
• > 3 Years
Preferred Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience in benefits administration.
• > 3 Years

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
• CEBS, PHR or SPHR/SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises others: No
Has hiring and terminating responsibilities: No
Number of employees report to this job: 0 Subordinate Supervisory Employees, 0 Non-Supervisory Employees

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Travels: Yes
Percent of time: 10%
Overnight required: N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
If one-third of the time – “seldom” or “occasionally” If one-third to two-thirds of the time or more occasionally to frequently” If more than two-thirds of the time – “constantly”]
• Stationary Position -Seldom
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
• Climb - Seldom
• Kneel - Seldom
• Grab - Seldom
• Bend - Seldom
• Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS
• Vision - 20/20 Corrected Vision
• Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Wet or Humid - Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
• Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom 3
• Working in high places - Seldom
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - N/A
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
• Work with Electricity - Seldom
• Work with explosives - N/A
• Work on or near a source of radiation - N/A
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Seldom
• Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions