Benefits Specialist arrow_forward

Wind Creek; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Discretionary quarterly bonus

Job summary

Wind Creek Hospitality is hiring a Benefits Specialist to handle benefit programs, leaves, and related compliance. The role requires managing HIPAA/privacy guidelines, coordinating with carriers, and maintaining comprehensive employee benefits records.

You will report to the Director of Compensation and Benefits and support new hire orientations. Responsibilities include processing FMLA, ADA, USERRA leaves, ensuring accurate enrollment in group life, health, vision, disability, and retirement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with two (2) years' experience administering employee benefits, FMLA policies and insurance.
• Associate's Degree with four (4) years' experience administering employee benefits, FMLA policies and insurance.
• Experience with Excel workbooks and reports; skills test may be required.

Responsibilities

• Administers all aspects of leave programs and policies per FMLA/ADA/USERRA, etc.
• Coordinates and organizes medical information ensuring HIPAA and privacy guidelines are followed
• Maintains contact with employees on leave and coordinates return to work processes
• Delivers benefits information at New Hire Orientation and updates benefits files
• Contacts carriers to resolve administrative problems and maintains benefits enrollment accuracy

Skills

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Excel

Trend analysis

Database setup

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Job description

Native American Indian Preference in hiring policy is adhered to at all times; Wind Creek Hospitality does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender or religious orientation. Drug Free Workplace Policy.

Complaints about the recruitment or selection process for employment should be directed in writing to office of the President and CEO of Wind Creek Hospitality Authority.

Description

Job Overview:

The Benefits Specialist will answer incoming calls and communicate with employees regarding benefits, status of claims and policies. This individual will process and administer all leave of absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, administrative, and FMLA, enroll new employees for benefits and maintain a comprehensive benefits file on all employees. This individual will report to and work closely with the Director of Compensation and Benefits. Perform complex administrative duties following established procedures in group life, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, and retirement plans.

Purpose:

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.

Value System:

Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer.The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administers all aspects of leave programs and policies in accordance with the applicable federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, etc.)
• Coordinates and organizes all medical information and ensures that HIPAA and Employee Privacy guidelines are closely monitored and effectively executed
• Maintains appropriate contact with all employees on leave to ensure all relevant completed medical documentation is submitted for timely review and coordinates all aspects of return to work
• Must be focused on and interested in delivering high quality service to employees
• Documents all calls and communicates employee needs to appropriate parties. Follows up and completes all work originating from employee phone calls, in-person, or on-line communication
• Creates and maintains benefits file on every employee. Updates information as necessary or required from in-person requests and on-line request for changes/updates
• Contact carrier representatives to assist with the resolution of administrative problems and various questions or concerns
• Maintains benefit-related manuals and materials
• Ensures the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the benefits administration system and payroll system to provide vendors with accurate eligibility information.
• Updates the information on the employee 'intranet' site to ensure accuracy
• Tracks activities of COBRA vendor to ensure notices are timely sent, track employee COBRA payments. Issue manual COBRA notices when necessary
• Ensures the documentation/applications/certificate of health of medical, dental, vision and optional insurance products are accurate, complete and submitted to carriers
• Delivers benefits information at New Hire Orientation on a weekly basis
• Assist the Management Team of Compensation and Benefits as requested or assigned
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements: (please ensure you meet the listed requirements prior to applying)

• High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within 6 months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Bachelor's Degree with two (2) years' experience directly working with the administration of employee benefits, FMLA policies and procedures and insurance policies such as, group life, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, and retirement plans from a mid-size company- required
• OR an Associate's Degree with four (4) years' experience directly working with the administration of employee benefits, FMLA policies and procedures and insurance policies such as, group life, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, and retirement plans from a mid-size company- required
• Experience setting-up, inputting, maintaining, and adjusting information in Microsoft Dynamics GP (a Skills test may be required) - preferred
• Proficiency with setting up databases and conducting trend analysis is strongly preferred
• Experience and ability with setting-up Excel workbooks, spreadsheets, reports, knowledge of Word Windows required (Skills test)-required
• Willing to work odd and irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have an Occupational License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board as a requirement for this position

Base Pay:

• Compensation:$52,600.00-$65,000.00 annually, with starting pay based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and skills.
• Benefits:Eligible full-time employees may choose from a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Additional benefits include an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, shift differential pay, and discretionary quarterly bonus opportunities.