Benefits Specialist

Overview

• Performs professional level duties related to Human Resources, primarily in regard to: health benefits and insurance administration, leave administration, and wellness program coordination.
• Responsible for administering various benefit programs to include: medical, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, and 401K.
• Issues and explains benefit enrollment information to new hires during new hire processing and to all employees during open enrollment period.
• Manages open enrollment process to include meeting with the Broker to determine benefit plans for upcoming year, update benefit plans in HRIS system, update benefit handbooks/packets, and communicate open enrollment information to employees.
• Data enters employee benefit plan, insurance, COBRA and 401K changes into HRIS system and benefit provider portals.
• Extracts 401K and benefit reports from HRIS system and uploads information to Benefit providers on a bi-weekly basis.
• Prepares and distributes general benefit information to all employees.
• Reviews, approves/denies and tracks leave of absence requests. Ensures all appropriate documentation is received. Provides employee with all necessary paperwork and information related to their leave request.
• Point of contact for benefit and medical leave related inquiries and issues.
• Assists employees with paperwork, responds to questions, and assists in resolving any related problems.
• Stays up to date with federal and state government regulations, legislation and benefit trends.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed in the areas of employment / recruitment, training, and events / programs.
• Promotes positive public relations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in Human Resources and Benefits/Leave Administration.
• General knowledge of State, Federal and HR laws, practices and policies.
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality / professional discretion.
• Ability to multi-task and juggle several projects and assignments simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS, and timekeeping systems.
• Experience with Infinium/AS400, a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

(C) Standing

(C) Walking

(C) Sitting

(O) Kneeling

(O) Running

(O) Lifting                                                                                 Max Weight: 20 lbs      

(O) Pushing                                                                             Max Weight: 20 lbs   

(O) Pulling                                                                                        Max Weight: 20 lbs    

(O) Carrying                                                                                  Max Weight: 20 lbs      

(O) Bending

(O) Stooping

(O) Climbing Stairs

(N) Climbing Ladders                                                                      Max Height: N/A

(N) Working at a Height Level Above The Floor                         Max Height: N/A

(C) Finger Dexterity

(C) Full Use of Both Hands

(N) Crawling

(N) Balancing

(N) Throwing

(O) Twisting

(O) Reaching                                                                                    Max Height: 3 ft

(N) Driving

(N) Working On or With Moving Machinery

(O) Working at Rapid Work Speed

(N) Working in Isolation

(C) Working Around People

(C) Hearing Conversation

(N) Hearing High Acuity

(C) Speaking Clearly

(C) Seeing Near

(C) Seeing Far

(O) Seeing – Depth Perception

(O) Seeing - Color Vision

Other-Describe:

ESSENTIAL MENTAL FUNCTIONS

(C) Writing English

(C) Reading English

(C) Speaking English

(F) Working under Pressure/Stress

(O) Speaking With Guests/Customers

(C) Speaking With Employees

(C) Working with Basic Math Skills

(C) Making Decisions Based On Facts

(C) Making Decisions Based On Data

(C) Making Decisions Based On Personal Judgment

(C) Making Accurate Measurements According To Set Standards

(O) Planning and/or Supervising the Activities Others

ESSENTIAL INTERACTIVE FUNCTIONS

(O) Working under Close Supervision

(C) Working under Minimal Supervision

(C) Working and Interacting With Management in a Professional and Courteous Manner

(C) Working and Interacting With Co-Workers in a Professional and Courteous Manner

(C) Working and Interacting With Guests in a Professional and Courteous Manner

ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENT FUNCTIONS

(C) Working Inside

(N) Working Outside

(C) Working in a Fast Paced Environment

(N) Exposed To Chemicals Describe:

(O) Exposed To Dust, Fumes, Gases               Describe: Smoke – Casino Floor

(O) Exposed To Smoke

(O) Exposed To Excessive Noise

(O) Working in Dimly Lit Areas

(O) Working in Sudden Marked Changes of Temperature and Humidity

Other Describe: 

Key

Not Applicable          (N)

Occasional                (O) Under 2 hours

Frequent                    (F) 2 hours to 5 hours

Constant                    (C) more than 5 hours

REVISION DATE:  09-26-2016 Position Created

            07-03-2019 Title Change/Description