Benefits & Leave Specialist

Hirschbach; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirschbach Motor Lines is seeking a Benefits Administrator to manage employee benefits, leaves, and related payroll coordination from our Dubuque, IA operation. The role emphasizes accurate administration, regulatory compliance, and excellent employee service.

The candidate will handle enrollment, inquiries, vendor communications, open enrollment support, and benefits documentation, contributing to a positive employee experience and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in human resources or equivalent
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in administrative roles, preferably in human resources or related setting
• Experience with HRIS software, or other HR-related tasks preferred
• Required Certifications: Self-Funded Group Health Plans Training through The Institutes of Knowledge Group

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations.
• Serve as a point of contact for benefits-related inquiries.
• Liaise with benefits vendors and carriers to ensure service quality.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure benefits data accuracy and compliance.
• Act as the first point of contact for employees initiating a leave of absence, providing guidance on process, eligibility, and next steps.
• Coordinate with the external leave administrator to ensure seamless communication and timely processing of leave requests.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in HR or equivalent

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

Hirschbach Motor Lines is seeking a Benefits Administrator to manage employee benefits, leaves, and related payroll coordination from our Dubuque, IA operation. The role emphasizes accurate administration, regulatory compliance, and excellent employee service.

The candidate will handle enrollment, inquiries, vendor communications, open enrollment support, and benefits documentation, contributing to a positive employee experience and operational excellence.