What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Specialist - Benefits position at Alura Workforce Solutions?
POSITION
Title
Human Resources Specialist - Benefits
Position Type : Temporary
Schedule : M-F, 8 : 00 am - 5 : 00 pm, Hybrid schedule (Mon & Fri - remote, Tues - Thurs onsite)
Assignment Length : Approximately 6 Months
DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, the Human Resources Specialist - Benefits will complete a variety of specialized duties to support the daily functions within the Human Resources department. This position will support Human Resources programs and processes of a broad and varied nature related to Benefits Administration.
Key Responsibilities :
1. Coordinates with Team Members and Management to communicate various Human Resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and best practices.
2. Perform a broad range of administrative duties using initiative and judgment in handling sensitive and confidential details.
3. Acts as a trusted resource for the organization and consistently demonstrates organizational values while building strong internal relationships.
4. Serves as an HR Representative, responds to requests and inquiries timely and in collaboration with others as necessary to resolve or escalate requests to appropriate Human Resources personnel.
5. Assist with the administration and processing of benefits for new hires, terminations, and other employment status changes.
6. Create and maintain personnel and benefit folders, ensure forms are complete, accurate, and promptly filed / saved.
7. Issue general new hire and termination notification letters via COBRA administration program.
8. Ensure compliance with I-9 documents; collect and update information from Team Member as necessary.
9. Track, follow up, and update licensing certifications that have been renewed by nursing staff.
10. Respond to incoming calls and correspondence related to verification of employment or benefit letters, garnishments, subpoenas of records and Public Records Act Audit requests, etc.
11. Assist Team Members with general questions related to benefits and HRIS systems.
12. Conduct new hire orientation and assist Team Members with completing benefits enrollment.
13. Assist in the preparation and support of Open Enrollment.
14. Coordinate and assist, as needed, in the set-up benefit and wellness related education workshops throughout the year.
REQUIREMENTS
- One (1) year of demonstrated experience in a Human Resources function. Demonstrate superior interpersonal and administrative skills commensurate with years of experience.
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution preferred.
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) / Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred.
- Word processing involving computer keyboard and screen, copying, and filing of records and / or correspondence.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong organization skills.
- Ability to multi-task and coordinate with others; follow and maintain processes and procedures.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both within and outside of the organization.
- Attention to detail.
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