Benefits Specialist IV

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +28 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee the daily management of employee benefits programs.

• Administer leave of absence programs including FMLA, state-mandated initiatives, short-term and long-term disability, as well as company-sponsored leaves.

• Handle intricate leave cases involving employees, managers, payroll, and vendors.

• Manage new-hire benefits enrollment and offer guidance on plan options, eligibility, deadlines, and enrollment choices.

• Analyze HCM and benefits reports regarding enrollments, leave usage, data accuracy, and compliance.

• Address employee inquiries related to benefits eligibility, coverage, and claims.

• Ensure that benefits processes align with company policies and comply with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Act as the primary benefits liaison for vendors, payroll, and HR partners.

• Lead benefits audits and open enrollment initiatives, which include planning, data validation, communication, issue resolution, and follow-up.

• Educate employees about wellness programs, benefit options, and available resources.

• Identify service challenges and process deficiencies, implementing necessary improvements.

• Organize and prioritize own workload while coordinating project tasks with the manager.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree is required or an equivalent combination of experience as specified.

• 8 to 11 years of relevant experience is required.

• 12 to 14 years of experience is preferred.

• Familiarity with FMLA, state-mandated leave programs, short-term and long-term disability, and company-sponsored leaves.

• Knowledge of ACA, COBRA, and HIPAA regulations.

• Experience in analyzing HCM and benefits reports.

• Proficient in administering benefits enrollment, leave programs, audits, and open enrollment.

• Ability to collaborate with employees, managers, payroll, vendors, carriers, plan administrators, and HR partners.

• Successful completion of pre-employment background checks and drug screenings is required.

• Must be able to work from an eligible U.S. location as listed in the posting.

🏝️ Benefits

• Company-sponsored leave programs.

• Short-term and long-term disability initiatives.

• Wellness programs available to employees.

• Resources and education regarding employee benefits.