What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits Coordinator position at SEMINOLE NATION GAMING ENTERPRISE?
SUMMARY: The Benefits Coordinator will be responsible for assisting the Director of Human Resources in planning the day-to-day operations of group benefit programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, accident plans, hospital plans, critical illness plans, retirement plans, etc.) The ultimate objective of this position is to help advance the Seminole Nation by delivering value and signature moments every day.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include, but are not limited to the following:
- Research employee benefit plans to identify those that present the best value for our employees.
- Recommend and help implement new benefit programs; assist in examining possible plan designs and benefit cost changes.
- Serve as the primary contact for employees and third-party administrators for benefits.
- Evaluate and revise internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
- Maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes.
- Coordinate daily benefit processing, handle enrollments, COBRA, terminations, qualifying events for changes, beneficiaries, claims, rollovers, distributions and compliance testing.
- Provide support to special projects when needed.
- Oversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintain group benefits database, and update employee payroll records.
- Maintain signed benefit selections for each employee to verify enrollment.
- Gather employee data and oversee the processing of monthly billings to forward to accounting for prompt payment.
- Provide employee support to employees, develop communication tools to enhance understanding of the companys benefit and retirement package.
- Design and distribute materials for benefits orientations, open enrollment, and summary plan descriptions.
- Understand, evaluate, and make judgement calls on benefits.
- Project and team management leadership skills and experience.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
Has no supervisory responsibility.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS - EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION:
Equivalent to a high school education. 1 to 3 years of similar or related experience in benefits and human resources. Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability and experience in HRIS and benefits databases. Ability to manage numerous complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure. Knowledge of benefits contract language. Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements affecting benefits programs including the ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, SS and DOL requirements. Will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other duties requested by the Director of Human Resources.
