Overview

WHO WE ARE:

Protecting lives.

Controlling traffic.

Looking good in orange.

Traffic Management, Inc. is the largest privately-owned minority business based in the United States. TMI is well equipped to provide best in class products and services that include traffic control services, engineering, equipment rentals, product sales, sign manufacturing/installation and 24/7 emergency dispatch response.

TMI utilizes a proprietary technology which is a shared, yet secure, cloud-based communication and project management system called “TM-Soft”. This enables TMI clients to share real time needs in terms of changing equipment, driving directions, traffic control, crews as well as crew contact information, documents, and location maps that show existing or new conditions overview of jobs – no matter how complex.

Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who are passionate, think differently, and want to make an impact. In our fast-paced, ever-changing environment, our team members accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities and make a difference. Join us for a rewarding career with opportunities to innovate, have fun and be part of an extraordinary work culture.

WHO YOU ARE:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! A strategic leader that partners to develop solutions that align with the business needs with a positive attitude.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As an HR Generalist, you will be responsible for the daily functions of human resources for the respective branch locations in the region and operate as a partner to the business. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas under the guidance of the human resources leader: employee support and services, benefits administration, employee relations and investigations, employee engagement and communications, performance management, talent acquisition support, onboarding, policy implementation, and employment law compliance.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

The Sr. Benefits Specialist is responsible for managing and administering a company's employee benefits from health insurance to life insurance and beyond.

Essential Duties

• Research, analyze, and administer healthcare plans and wellness programs, from medical and dental benefits to disability and family leave.
• Lead company-wide open enrollment for benefits-eligible employees tasks including but not limited to; renewals meetings, market pricing, education material and platform creation and/or updates, communication strategy planning and execution to all staff, collaboration with all carriers and third-party stakeholders, and benefits system updates, rate testing, maintaining updated rate sheets per benefits eligibility profiles and benefits grids.
• Coordinate and perform a variety of duties related to employee benefits including but not limited to, health, disability, and leaves of absence.
• Manage and conduct open enrollment in terms of systems set up, open enrollment meetings, and answer any questions related to benefit options and changes.
• Reconcile insurance billing conducting regular audits.
• Serve as the point of contact to insurance broker for administrative items.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, state, and local employment laws and procedures.
• Maintain Paycom online enrollment system (HRB).
• Responsible for all employee enrollments, disenrollments, and mid-year changes into and out of benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, etc.
• Provide new employees with an explanation of benefits and instruct them on enrollment and fulfillment procedures.
• Ensure all enrollments, disenrollments, changes and qualifying events are reflected correctly to all vendors and carriers.
• Consult with and educate all employees on benefit offerings and eligibility.
• Resolve employee issues with insurance providers and other benefits administrators.
• Run, analyze, and submit reports as required by state agencies and vendors as requested.
• Manage, review, and submit accurate records for annual Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting.
• Work with the broker and administer COBRA enrollments and associated invoices.
• Manage all Leave of Absences with FMLA, PDL, PFL and others as required.
• Educate and assist employees with questions about Leave of Absences.
• Provide ongoing support for benefits and People Operations team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Maintain a positive work environment
• Typing above 45 words per minute
• Administrative writing skills
• Verbal communication
• Maintaining Employee Files
• Basic Benefits Administration
• Professionalism
• Organization
• Detail Oriented

Equipment Operated

• Computer (Keyboard, mouse)
• Phone
• Basic office equipment (Stapler, scissors, hole puncher, etc.)
• Copy/Fax Scanner

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Requires standing/sitting for prolonged periods of time
• Requires lifting up 20lbs
• Requires using hands to handle, control or lift objects
• Requires repetitive movement

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field, and three to five years of related benefits or employee benefits administration experience
• Familiarity with payroll and benefits software systems
• Excellent proficiency with Excel spreadsheets including V Lookup and pivot tables (required for reconciliations)
• Must have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, be highly attentive to detail, and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work well in a team environment and maintain a high degree of confidentiality due to the nature of the position
• Excellent client service and interpersonal skills and professional demeanor in communicating with staff members at all levels throughout the organization, as well as with vendors and others
• Experience with Paycom is preferred.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees will also perform other duties as assigned by management as required.

PAY:

The salary wage range for candidates who will work in Long Beach is $80,000 to $95,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type, and years of experience within the industry, education, etc. Traffic Management, Inc. is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions in other states.