Human Resources Specialist - Benefits and Wellness

R.E. Darling Co., Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

R.E. Darling Co., Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Human Resources Specialist focused on benefits and wellness. You will develop, implement, and evaluate programs to improve employee wellbeing and navigate regulations with accuracy and diplomacy.

You will manage enrollment, communicate programs, and coordinate with brokers, carriers and third-party providers. The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail to support a safe, compliant workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in benefits administration and/or wellness program administration preferred.
• Strong knowledge of benefits laws and regulations with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy benefits and wellness initiatives.
• Communicate benefit programs to increase awareness and participation.
• Administer day-to-day processing of benefit programs including enrollment and changes.
• Evaluate programs for regulatory compliance and update as needed.
• Conduct training and presentations for benefit and wellness initiatives.
• Report on awareness, issues and statistics for continuous improvement.
• Assist with OSHA safety initiatives in partnership with Facilities/EHS.
• Develop and maintain process documentation for benefit activities.

Skills

Benefits administration

Wellness program coordination

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Human Resources Specialist - Benefits and Wellness

Job Category : Manufacturing

Requisition Number : HRSPE001520

• Posted : October 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Tucson, AZ 85705, USA

Description

This position will require access to ITAR and/or EAR controlled technical data, technology or source code, and requires that all individuals in this role be authorized to access such information.

The Human Resource Specialist-Benefits and Wellness works under the general supervision of the Human Resource Manager. The Human Resource Specialist-Benefits and Wellness develops, implements, oversees and evaluates initiatives that seek to improve the overall wellbeing of the organization’s employees. This position requires strong knowledge of benefits and wellness program administration, practices, and regulations. The Human Resources Specialist- Benefits and Wellness interacts with people at all levels of the organization, as well as third party vendors, brokers, and carriers. This position requires strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

What you'll do:

• Design, develop, and deploy initiatives and activities related to benefits and the REDAR Reach Wellness Program; analyze results and modify programming to achieve desired organizational goals as set by the Human Resource Manager
  • These include:
    • Wellness Committee
    • Wellness challenges and classes
    • Healthy food initiatives
    • On-site clinics and lunch and learns
• Communicate benefit and wellness programs to increase awareness and participation
  • Develop communication strategies to enhance our employee’s knowledge of benefit and wellness program components
  • Develop a monthly communication plan and utilize all communication tools available; (e.g. HRIS, bulletin boards, newsletter, email, infotainment, etc.)
• Coordinate and administer the day-to-day processing of benefit programs including enrollment of new employees, changes, terminations, insurance claims, disability, and annual open enrollment
  • Periodically audit deductions (quarterly at a minimum) to ensure accuracy
  • Complete PCORI tax reporting annually
• Evaluate benefit and wellness practices and procedures for compliance with all regulations and laws
  • Keep abreast of Federal and State regulations that govern benefit and wellness programs
  • Annually, or as needed, review Company programs for compliance and recommend program updates to maintain compliance
• Conduct training and presentations for benefit and wellness programs and initiatives
  • New Hire benefit and wellness presentation
  • Annual open enrollment
  • Benefit and wellness initiatives to improve employee health and wellbeing
• Report on benefit and wellness awareness, issues and statistics
  • Develop and/or maintain accurate benefit and wellness metrics to measure and guide improvement activities
• Administer the organization’s leave programs
  • Ensure compliance and proper documentation regarding all applicable laws and regulations
  • Submit claims in a timely manner to the appropriate carrier/s
  • Provide information to employees regarding their leaves in accordance with state and federal laws
  • Track and provide reporting on all leaves
  • Provide COBRA administration to include notice distribution, enrollment, termination and updates as required by law
• In partnership with Facilities and EHS, support Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance and safety initiatives
  • Assist with the development of programs, policies, and procedures
  • Maintain active participation on the safety committee
• Develop and maintain process documentation for all benefit and wellness related activities
  • Assure processes and related tasks are documented and maintained for cross training
  • Review annually, at a minimum, and make updates as necessary

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Two years of benefit administration and/or wellness program administration experience is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Proficiency in HRIS and payroll software systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Benefits administration and wellness program coordination
• Knowledge of benefit laws and regulations (FMLA, ADA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, OSHA)
• Leave management and compliance documentation
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to design communication plans for benefits and wellness programs
• Data tracking, reporting, and audit skills
• HRIS proficiency and general technical competence
• Program design, evaluation, and continuous improvement
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Cross departmental collaboration
• Customer service and the ability to explain complex benefit information clearly
• Process documentation and policy maintenance

Expected Hours of Work:

Regular full-time position expected to work an average of 40 hours per week throughout the course of the year.

Core hours are a 9/80 schedule;

• Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Working Fridays - 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
• Every other Friday - off.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position works under minimal supervision. Assignments are received in the form of results expected, due dates and general procedures to follow. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

R.E. Darling Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as protected veteran, among other things, or status as qualified individual with disability

Travel Required

Occasionally 1-5%

Qualifications

Behaviors

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Innovative

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Experience

HRIS and Payroll Software systems

Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint

2 years:

Benefits and/or Wellness Administration

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