Benefits Specialist Job Danbury area,Connecticut USA,HR/Recruitment

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for processing Leaves of Absence and assists with the coordination of employee benefit enrollments, claims and payroll discrepancies.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Provides employees with guidance and support on all employee benefits, company retirement program, Leaves of Absence, etc.
Assists in the administration of the company retirement program
Responsible for the administration and tracking of Leaves of Absence and Workers Compensation
Assists with the processing of death claims

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

Oversees employees enrollments in benefit programs
Complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
Assists in supervising and training the Benefits Representatives

Minimum Education and Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years of experience in benefits administration

Competencies

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
Intermediate knowledge of Infinium, Word, Excel and Outlook
Must be able to obtain and hold a Notary Public certification
Knowledge of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) law administration
Knowledge of Mohegan Sun's insurance packages and 401(k)/retirement plan

Training Requirements

Must complete appropriate Human Resources Training courses
Ability to navigate in Infinium and understand where information is stored
Ability to navigate the HR portal and Manager Self Service system
Must become HIPAA certified

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Office work environment
Must sit in front of a computer screen for extended periods of time
Must be able to work various shifts and flexible hours

Work Shift:

Regular. Knock, knock. Hear that sound? That's opportunity! .

Mohegan Sun practices Native American Preference in hiring. "Native American" means an individual who is a duly enrolled member of the Mohegan Tribe or any group of Native Americans recognized by the Mohegan Tribe, The United States of America, or the State of Connecticut.

What began in 1996 as a gaming destination in southeastern Connecticut with a handful of Team Members has expanded into a premier entertainment enterprise with over 10,000 team members across the globe.

What drives our success is the centuries-old philosophy of the Mohegan Tribe 'The Spirit of Aquai'. Its principles of welcoming, mutual respect, cooperation and building relationships have shaped our culture, and serve as the foundation that we live by with every guest and team member interaction today, and for generations to come.