Leave & Benefits Programs Specialist

cretecarriercorp; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Crete Carrier Corp in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking a Benefits Administrator to support corporate benefit plans and leave programs. You will enter data for hires and status changes, respond to questions, coordinate audits, and ensure COBRA compliance. The role requires strong communication, leadership, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Expect collaboration across payroll and HR. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree or 3-4 years of related experience, with attention to detail and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3-4 years related experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem solving and independent decision making.

Responsibilities

• Performs data entry of employee and benefits information for new hires, rehires, status changes, and terminations.
• Serves as a contact for questions about benefit programs and leave options.
• Coordinates auditing, testing, and implementation for payroll or benefits projects.
• Assists with reconciliation of health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances.
• Ensures COBRA is administered appropriately.
• Creates and runs reports for auditing and leave analytics.
• Supports resolution of benefits related issues and suggests changes as needed.
• Acts as super user for leave administration software and liaises with vendor.
• Monitors FMLA, ADA, USERRA and other regulated leaves.
• Analyzes medical documentation to approve leave or accommodations.
• Coordinates leave status with departments and return from leave projections.
• Supports open enrollment and payroll duties as needed.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership

Independent problem solving

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

3-4 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Crete Carrier Corp in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking a Benefits Administrator to support corporate benefit plans and leave programs. You will enter data for hires and status changes, respond to questions, coordinate audits, and ensure COBRA compliance. The role requires strong communication, leadership, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Expect collaboration across payroll and HR. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree or 3-4 years of related experience, with attention to detail and