Benefits Specialist

PETERSEN INCORPORATED

OGDEN, UT

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SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Affirmative Action, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Analysis Skills, Billing, Business Administration, COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985), Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974), Employee Benefits, FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993), HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), HRIS/HRMS, Health Plan, Human Resources, Interpersonal Skills, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Payroll Software/Services, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Rehabilitation Act, Retirement Plan, Section 125 Pre-Tax Plan, Time Management, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

OGDEN, UT

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Today

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities** - Administer employee benefit programs including health, welfare, retirement, and voluntary plans. - Coordinate benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, terminations, and annual open enrollment activities. - Respond to employee questions regarding coverage, eligibility, claims, and plan provisions. - Serve as liaison between employees, carriers, third-party administrators, and vendors to resolve benefit issues, escalating to Benefits Manager when necessary. - Maintain accurate benefit records in HRIS and payroll systems. - Audit benefit deductions, invoices, eligibility files, and enrollment data for accuracy. - Support leave administration processes with third party vendor including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other leave programs as assigned. - Assist with preparation and distribution of employee benefit communications and educational materials. - Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations including ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, and Section 125 requirements. - Assist with benefit reporting, data analysis, and renewal preparation. - Participate in wellness initiatives, employee meetings, and benefit education sessions. - Recommend process improvements to enhance employee experience and administrative efficiency. - Maintain confidentiality of employee and benefit information. - Willingness to travel to other sites as needed. **Qualifications** **Education and Experience** - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. - **2 - 4 years of experience directly working with employee benefits highly preferred**. Minimum 5 years experience in human resources, or related area preferred. - Experience working with self-funded health plans, third-party administrators, or HRIS systems is a plus. - Ability to work onsite in Ogden, UT, Indianapolis, IN, or DFW, TX. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** - Working knowledge of employee benefit plans and applicable regulations. - Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills. - Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. - Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HRIS/payroll systems. - Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. **Precinmac Values Statement:** We are bound by Trust; we express our Gratitude, we lead with Action, we are poised for Growth, and we are driven by Excellence. **Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:** We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with all federal and state regulations. Precinmac provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.** **

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