HR Benefits Analyst

Cowan Systems, LLC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Benefits Specialist to manage its employee benefits program. This role involves developing and implementing a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring compliance with laws, and maintaining strong relationships with benefit brokers and vendors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in benefits management, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a company that values teamwork and individual success, providing a supportive atmosphere for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about enhancing employee satisfaction through effective benefits management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full benefits - Medical, Vision, and Dental

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience managing benefits programs with a strong understanding of various benefit plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive employee benefit packages in collaboration with HR.
• Communicate benefits information clearly to employees and manage benefit-related inquiries.

Skills

Comprehensive understanding of benefit plans

Familiarity with employment laws

Experience in fast-paced environment

Ability to multi-task

Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

7-10 years of benefits program management experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

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Formed in 1924, Cowan Systems is a subsidiary of Schneider headquartered in Baltimore, MD, and enjoys a history of excellence and quality in the transportation business. Starting out as one man’s entrepreneurial spirit, it has grown into six unique divisions that operate throughout the country. Today, Cowan’s state-of-the-art fleet has grown to 2,100 power units and 6,500 trailers operating out of 40 locations nationwide.

Due to continued growth, Cowan Systems, LLC is seeking the top talent in the industry to join our team.

Cowan Systems, LLC is a national truckload carrier that specializes in providing high-quality dedicated fleet services for companies requiring first-rate performance. Cowan Systems offers dedicated fleet services which provide a customized transportation package designed to meet the specific needs of the shipper, such as specialized equipment, strict timetables, and custom reporting. Our 100% supply chain solution includes local and long-haul trucking services, brokerage, warehousing, and driver leasing.

Cowan is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and stable work environment that promotes individual success, equal opportunity for learning, and professional growth. In our family-oriented environment, we treat everyone with dignity and respect. Through the emphasis of our teamwork philosophy, we maintain a balance between professionalism and the ability to have fun.

Job Summary

The Benefits Specialist is responsible for managing the benefits program for the company.

Essential Functions

• In collaboration with HRBP, develop, implement and manage a comprehensive employee benefit package, considering factors like employee demographics and market competitiveness.
• Manage relationship with benefit brokers, carriers and/or vendors to ensure all employee-related benefit claim submission/issues are being handled/resolved in a timely manner; benefit programs are being executed in the manner stated within the summary plan document; and compliance requirements are being achieved.
• Clearly communicate benefits information to employees through various channels, including new hire and annual enrollment periods, email communication, and benefit summaries.
• Manage and examine quarterly reports in relation to benefit utilization, employee satisfaction, and plan performance to contribute to decision-making.
• In collaboration with benefit broker, ensure all benefit programs adhere to all applicable laws and regulations, including reporting requirements.
• Manage frontline benefit support by answering the HR phone lines and shared HR email group to respond to general employee benefit requests and inquiries about group benefits programs within the same day.
• Review, process and respond to Child Medical Support Orders and communicate mandatory deductions and benefit changes to Payroll Department.
• Monitor data transfer process from the payroll system to ensure all employee terminations, transfers, status changes (FT/PT), etc., are being processed accordingly within the benefit system.
• Review and approve weekly transfer of newly elected benefit deductions and/or benefit deduction changes within payroll system.
• Update employee personnel file to document/saved employee benefit changes/waivers. Collect and verify dependent proof of relationship certificates for dependent benefit coverage.
• In collaboration with Leave Specialist, review and process benefit coverage changes, and/or track and process benefit premium payments in relation to employee approved leave status.
• Coordinate and conduct New Hire employee benefits orientation.
• Create weekly new hire listing in preparation for Driver Orientation.
• New Hire Form I9 and E-Verify completion for all new hires.
• Perform other HR functions/duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of various benefit plans to include health, disability, and life insurance.
• Familiarity with relevant employment laws and regulations in relation to benefits.
• Previous experience in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multi-task and transition from one project to another.
• Intermediate Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to include composing business correspondence and communicating company-wide information.

Education and Experience:

• 7-10 years of benefits program management experience and knowledge.

Employee Benefits:

• Yearly starting salary: $70,000-$80,000 (Depending on knowledge & experience)
• Full benefits - Medical, Vision, and Dental