Benefits Specialist — Hybrid, 80 PTO, 401(k) & ESPP

Lithia & Driveway; Medford (OR); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays

PTO: 80 hours front-loaded on day 1

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Lithia & Driveway is seeking a Benefits Specialist in Medford, OR. You will administer and optimize employee benefits programs, work with Workday, ensure compliance, and support carriers and employees across total rewards.

The role is hybrid after training and requires a detail-oriented approach, strong communication, and the ability to handle sensitive information with care. The position offers competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a nationwide

Qualifications

• Experience supporting and administering employee benefits programs, with Workday experience preferred.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to handling sensitive information with accuracy and care.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex situations with confidence.
• Excellent communication skills, allowing you to explain benefits clearly and provide exceptional employee support.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities, stay organized, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for building positive relationships across teams and with external partners.
• A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Familiarity with accounting concepts, reconciliations, or benefits billing processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), ESPP, FSA, commuter benefits, and wellness programs.
• Process and reconcile benefit invoices, ensuring accurate and timely payments to carriers and vendors.
• Audit benefits data between carriers and Workday to ensure employee changes are processed accurately.
• Support system integrations, reporting, and benefits-related configuration within Workday.
• Manage disability claims, COBRA administration, qualifying life events, benefit verifications, medical support orders, loss of life events, and union dues administration.
• Serve as a liaison between employees and benefit carriers to resolve questions and issues.
• Educate employees on eligibility, coverage options, enrollment changes, and benefit-related processes.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable benefit regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Collaboration

HR systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field, or equivalent

Tools

Workday

Job description

Lithia & Driveway is seeking a Benefits Specialist in Medford, OR. You will administer and optimize employee benefits programs, work with Workday, ensure compliance, and support carriers and employees across total rewards.

The role is hybrid after training and requires a detail-oriented approach, strong communication, and the ability to handle sensitive information with care. The position offers competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a nationwide