Benefits Specialist

Benefits Specialist

The Benefits Specialist works with the Human Resources Manager in highly detail-oriented benefits administration work. The benefits specialist is responsible for the day-to-day administration of all benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, worker's compensation, COBRA and 401(k) plan.

• Ensure the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the HRIS.
• Respond to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries.
• Coordinate with benefit brokers on complex benefits administration and/or employee benefits issues.
• Manage Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities (ADA), and Leave of Absence programs.
• Complete annual 401(k) compliance including audit, 5500, SAR and testing.
• Respond to 401(k) inquiries from managers and employees relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amounts.
• Ensure health and welfare 5500 is completed and filed annually.
• Manage ACA compliance and annual reporting requirements.
• Deliver new hire orientation benefits presentations.
• Manage annual open enrollment process.
• Implement benefit communications and distribute all benefit materials.
• Maintain wellness programs and coordination with outside vendors (YMCA, Gold's Gym, Camp Gladiator, Wondr, etc.).
• Conduct monthly benefit invoice reconciliation and submit all invoices to finance for payment.
• Monitor benefit trends and legislation and keep HR team informed of benefit related changes/updates.
• Conduct worker's compensation and general liability audits.
• Maintain all employee benefits and leave records and files in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Provide suggestions for improvement of benefit plans.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and navigate sensitive information with tact.
• Excellent customer service focus, attention to detail and organization skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer and Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
• Research and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of employee benefits and laws.

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field (experience and/or other training/certification may be substituted for the education).
• 3-5 years' experience in HR and/or benefits administration.

• Flexibility of schedule during annual open enrollment.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Benefits of working at Shop LC

1. 100% Company paid, employee-only medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

2. 4% 401(k) matching

3. Microenterprise Incentive

4. Up to 15 days of PTO & vacation time, maternity/paternity leave, company-covered short-term & long-term disability, paid training time, paid volunteer time, 7 paid holidays

5. Corporate discounts, employee sales, Employee Assistance Program

6. Tuition reimbursement and scholarship (for dependents going to college)

7. A great work environment, where you will learn, be challenged/ supported and given projects that reflect your interests, and you can own/ take pride in!