Sr. Benefits Specialist

PACCAR; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 71,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k with company match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP services

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking a Benefits Specialist to administer the U.S. disability plan and support other benefits. You will lead vendor partnerships, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with HR across the U.S. to optimize benefit programs.

The role requires strong data analytics, Excel proficiency, and the ability to manage complex benefit contracts with precision, confidentiality, and professional communication.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a related role.
• Data analytics experience and strong knowledge of Excel.
• Current understanding of legal and regulatory compliance requirements related to benefit plan compliance.
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Excellent communications and relationship building skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively manage competing tasks.
• Ability to confidently present in front of groups.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when necessary.
• Ability to work independently with regular supervision.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access); PowerPoint and Excel skills must be demonstrated as part of the selection process.

Responsibilities

• Program manager for U.S. disability plan.
• Monitor, evaluate and project plans’ financial performance; manage program vendor performance and KPIs.
• Negotiate annual contract renewal including fees, KPIs, and fees at risk.
• Analyze trends, project financial impact of plan design changes.
• Support HR Representatives and employees through STD to LTD transitions.
• Negotiate and maintain current contracts; ensure plan compliance and 5500 filings.
• Audit user-system access for PACCAR.
• Design and cost projection of leave programs; respond to questions from HR and employees.
• Complete ACA reporting.
• Serve as subject matter expert for disability and leave programs.
• Provide training on benefits regulations and procedures.

Skills

Data analytics

Excel

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Presentation

Confidentiality

Independent work

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or HR

HRIS/SAP experience

CEBS/CBP/aPHR/SHRM-CP designation preferred

MBA desirable

Tools

SAP

HRIS

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and is recognized globally for its premium commercial vehicles, financial services, technology, and customer support through respected brands including Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF. At PACCAR, employees help shape the future of transportation while building meaningful careers in a collaborative, values-driven environment. Whether your expertise is in operations, engineering, technology, manufacturing, or corporate functions, PACCAR offers the opportunity to grow, contribute, and make an impact with an industry leader.

Requisition Summary

PACCAR provides excellent benefits to our employees and their families. Our collaborative Corporate Benefits Team works together with HR professionals across the U.S. to ensure our programs are expertly administered and that our plan participants get maximum value. Our Benefits Team works jointly on projects throughout the year and each individual has areas of focus. We are looking for a Beneifts Specialist to assist with the administration of our U.S. disability plan and provide support on our other benefits programs. The Benefits Specialist will also serve as a lead in vendor-partner relationships and special projects.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Program manager for U.S. disability plan
• Monitor, evaluate and project plans’ financial performanceManage program vendor including performance against KPIs and resolution of service issuesEvaluate, project financial impact and negotiate annual contract renewal including fees, KPIs and associated fees at riskAnalyze current trends, recommend and project financial impact of plan design changesSupport HR Representatives and employee through the transition of STD claims to LTD, as neededNegotiate and maintain current contractsEnsure ongoing plan compliance including analysis and implementation of legislative changes and issuance of Summary Plan Descriptions, Summary Material Modifications and accuracy of annual Form 5500 (for 4 separate business units)Ensure all DOL deadlines are met to protect the tax-protected status of the plansMaintain and audit authorized PACCAR user system access as appropriate
• Benchmarking, design and cost projection of leave programsManage Corporate Benefits email box; research and respond to questions from HR representatives and employeesComplete annual ACA reportingReview and approval of qualifying event benefits changes – follow established rules and procedures; research prior determinations to ensure compliant and consistent administration of planServe as disability and leave programs subject matter expert for HR Representatives and employees
• Resolve difficult and sometimes complex escalated problemsDevelop and conduct training on benefits regulations, best practices and administrative procedures

Qualifications/Skills

• To be successful in this role, you will need:2 years of experience in a related roleData analytics experience and strong knowledge of ExcelCurrent understanding of legal and regulatory compliance requirements related to benefit plan complianceOutstanding attention to detailExcellent communications and relationship building skillsStrong organizational skills and ability to effectively manage competing tasksAbility to confidently present in front of groupsAbility to maintain a high level of confidentiality when necessaryAbility to work independently with regular supervisionProficiency using Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access); PowerPoint and Excel skillsmust be demonstrated as part of the selection process

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required.HRIS system experience required, SAP experience preferredCEBS, CBP, aPHR, SHRM-CP or similar designation preferredMBA desirable

Paccar Benefits

• As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company matchFully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirementComprehensive paid time off – Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leaveTuition reimbursement for continued educationMedical, dental, and vision plans for you and your familyFlexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)Paid short-and long-term disability programLife and accidental death and dismemberment insuranceEAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and moreGlobal Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunitiesWork alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Sr. Benefits Specialist is $70,500 - $105,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.