Benefits Administration Specialist | Kent, Ohio

Position Overview

Summary: The Benefits Administration Specialist is responsible for administering benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long–term disability plans, processing and related functions.

The Benefits Administration Specialist is a non-exempt, full-time position.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Employee Development & Advancement: Entry Level

Job Duties

• Monitor and approve enrollments within our HRIS system.
• Send and receive electronic files with our various carriers.
• Run reports as needed within our HRIS system.
• Process life claims for deceased employees
• Respond to verbal and written inquiries from employees.
• Research claim information to ensure accuracy with insurance companies.
• Work as a liaison between our carriers and our employees when needed.
• Assist with testing of HRIS system upgrades and revision of training materials in a timely manner.
• Participate in meetings with various departments within and outside of HR regarding current and future policies and programs.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor within the Benefits realm.
• Periodic audits of our HRIS system, dependent eligibility, and enrollment
• Provide expert guidance and education to managers around FMLA and other various leave laws

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Time management; Ability to work independently and in a group; Interpersonal and customer service; Attention to detail; Analytical and problem-solving; Proficient with Microsoft Office.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One to three years of diverse personnel and benefits recordkeeping or related experience

Additional Information

What We Offer: 

• Paid time off and paid holidays 
• Opportunities for advancement 
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided 
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match 
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options 
• Group Health Plan 
• Employee referral bonus program 
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas 
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers 
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees 
• Charitable matching gift program 

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees  

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