Benefits Leave Specialist

Crete Carrier Corporation; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Crete Carrier Corporation is seeking a dedicated benefits administrator to support the administration of corporate benefit plans and policies and oversee leave programs. The role involves data entry for new hires, rehires, and status changes, acting as the main contact for questions about benefit programs, and coordinating payroll/benefits projects.

You will also assist with benefit billings, ensure COBRA compliance, and generate audit and leave analytics reports while researching and resolving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3–4 years of related experience and/or training.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

Responsibilities

• Performs data entry for new hires, rehires, status changes, and terminations.
• Serves as a point of contact for questions about benefit programs and leave options.
• Coordinates auditing, testing, and implementation for payroll or benefits projects.
• Assists with reconciliation of billing for health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances.
• Ensures COBRA is administered properly and compliant.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Supports the administration of corporate benefit plans and policies and oversees Company leave programs.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs data entry of employee and benefits information for new hires, rehires, status changes, and terminations.
• Serves as a point of contact for individuals with questions regarding Company benefit programs, including leave of absence options.
• Coordinates auditing, testing, and implementation for new payroll or benefits related projects.
• Assists with reconciliation and balancing on billings for health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances.
• Ensures COBRA is administered appropriately.
• Creates and runs reports for auditing purposes and leave analytics.
• Provides support by researching and resolving benefits related issues and recommends solutions or changes as needed.
• Researches, complies, and tracks reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence.
• Acts as a super user for leave administration software and serves as the liaison for third party vendor.
• Monitors State and Federal laws governing FMLA, ADA, USERRA, and any other regulated leaves.
• Analyzes documentation received from medical professionals in order to approve leave or accommodation requests.
• Confers with various departments regarding employees' leave statuses and return from leave projections.
• Supports open enrollment processes as needed.
• Assists with payroll duties as needed.
• Manages multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships.
• Receives and carries out instructions.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates effective leadership.
• Solves problems and makes decisions independently and proactively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree; or three to four years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at times.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Shift Schedule

M-F 8-5P

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