What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Specialist-Compliance and Benefits Administrator position at LifeStream?
Job Details
Description
One of the area's largest employers is looking for a new team member for our Human Resources department. You will manage health and wellness benefits, leaves of absence, and provide internal customer service to LifeStream's workforce.
Key Responsibilities
Description
One of the area's largest employers is looking for a new team member for our Human Resources department. You will manage health and wellness benefits, leaves of absence, and provide internal customer service to LifeStream's workforce.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer and manage employee leave programs, including FMLA, PFML, and other company-specific leave policies.
- Coordinate with employees, managers, and HR to ensure accurate and timely processing of leave requests.
- Maintain and update employee leave records in the HRIS system.
- Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other voluntary benefits.
- Conduct benefits orientations and provide ongoing support to employees regarding their benefits options and enrollment.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to leave and benefits administration.
- Assist in the development and implementation of new leave and benefits policies and procedures.
- Respond to employee inquiries and provide guidance on leave and benefits-related matters.
- Collaborate with external vendors and benefits providers to resolve issues and ensure smooth administration of benefits programs.
- Ensure the accuracy of benefit deductions for bi-weekly payroll.
- Prepare and distribute reports on leave and benefits utilization and trends.
- Collaborate and support other members of the HR team with projects as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 2 years of experience in leave and benefits administration or a related HR role.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local leave and benefits regulations.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- The incumbent must maintain skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate equipment and machines used in the performance of this job:
- Computer, phone, copier, scanner
