Benefits Specialist

US Tech Solutions; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Flexible work hours

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A global staff augmentation firm is seeking a Corporate Benefits Specialist in St. Petersburg, FL. The role involves providing HR administrative support and managing benefits programs. Candidates should have a strong background in benefits administration with at least 5 years of experience in HR. Competitive hourly pay and contract employment are offered.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in benefits administration or HR.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Welfare and Section 125 plans.
• Excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports the administration of employee healthcare benefit programs.
• Ensure operational excellence and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of annual benefits open enrolment process.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Health & Welfare and Section 125 plans

5 years of experience in benefits administration or HR

Familiar with benefits compliance and related regulations

Proficient in HRIS, Microsoft Office, Oracle

Excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills

Detail-oriented with solid analytical and time management abilities

Experience as a HR Benefits Administrator

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

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Base pay range

$22.00/hr - $22.00/hr

Duration: 04 Months

Work Hours/Shift:Monday – Friday; 8:00AM to 5:00PM EST

GENERAL PURPOSE:

• Under the general direction of the Manager, Benefits Administration & Operations, the Corporate Benefits Specialist will provide a broad range of Benefits/HR administrative support in the operation of the Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Well-being, COBRA/HIPAA, Financial & Retirement plans, and other voluntary benefits.
• In addition, they will be responsible for inheriting, from an operational perspective, new initiatives which align with our business objectives and strategic goals.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Health & Welfare and Section 125 plans
• 5 years of experience in benefits administration or HR
• Familiar with benefits compliance and related regulations
• Proficient in HRIS, Microsoft Office, Oracle, and preferably swift
• Excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with solid analytical and time management abilities
• 5 years of experience in Human Resources experience specifically with experience in a HR Benefits Administrator

Responsibilities:

• Benefit Administration: Supports the administration of employee healthcare benefit programs under the direction of the Benefit Administration Manager, including but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy, Section 125 plans, Qualified Life Events, and Financial & Retirement plans. Ensures accurate and compliant day-to-day administration of employee benefit programs while providing timely support and guidance to employees and managers.
• Benefit Operations: Ensure operational excellence. Contribute to the continuous improvement of benefits operations by supporting workflow optimization, system updates, and the maintenance of plan documents. Keeps abreast of industry trends relating to areas of expertise and their potential impact on plans, programs, policies and procedures. Communicates and makes recommendations to management in order to improve our employees’ experience.
• Annual Enrolment & Integration: Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of the annual benefits open enrolment process, including system readiness, communications, vendor collaboration, and issue resolution. Supports special benefits projects that enhance operational efficiency and employee experience.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with benefits providers, brokers, and consultants to support day-to-day administration of all benefits. Responds to employee inquiries and resolves issues by coordinating with internal departments (e.g. Payroll and Legal) and benefit vendors to provide excellent customer service and ensure that issues are resolved.
• Performs daily administration functions to support the administration of the benefits programs, including file feed transfers, statistical reporting, enrolment elections and changes for new hires and leave of absence employees, beneficiary changes, and Qualified Medical Support Orders (QMSO).
• Audits preparation and payment submissions of invoices to external vendors relating to areas of expertise to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Participates in status/planning meetings, implementation of enhancements, and problem resolutions to maintain relationships with vendors.

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Recruiter Details:

Email: [e-mail]

Internal Id: 25-44736

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources, Customer Service, and Administrative

• Industries

  Insurance, Non-profit Organizations, and Financial Services

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