Job Title: Benefit Specialist Human Resources

Functional Job Title: HR Specialist

Department: Human Resources

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Benefits Manager

Level/Grade: 4/7

EEO Code(s): 5/43-4161/5360

Job No.:

Position Purpose:

Provides coordination, guidance, and administrative support that are consistent and effective in the application of policies, procedures, and practices of the Human Resources Department.

Primary Duties:

Assists department in carrying out various human resources programs and procedures for all company employees

Responsible for daily benefits administration to include enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, distributions, loans, hardships and assists with compliance testing as needed

Provides support with company leave of absences (LOA) requests to include requesting and retaining supporting documentation for claims

Provides support to the HR Generalist in processing Family Medical Leave (FMLA) claims to include determining FMLA eligibility,

processing of application, tracking and reporting, and employee notification

Provides support to the Worker's Compensation program by assisting HR Generalist with claims, reporting and Safety Meeting

representation

Assists with the coordination of VersAbility' s (VRI) Discount and Incentive plans and Employee Wellness programs

Conducts new employee orientations.

Responsible for submitting HR related billing invoices

Responsible for running various reports and analyzing data to ensure compliance is maintained in all HR specific areas

Assists in exit interview process as needed

Assists in organizational training and development efforts

Assists with company-wide employee initiatives

Maintains Human Resource Information System (HRIS) records and compiles reports from database as needed

Maintains employee personnel files

Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Skills Knowledge & Abilities:

Education: Education and work experience requires any combination of the following: A bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or related field, OR One to two years' experience in the HR field, OR Any similar combination of education and experience

Experience: Requires prior knowledge of benefit practices. Prior experience with an HRIS database preferred.

Skills Knowledge & Abilities: Requires effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and computer literacy.

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

Oral Communication: Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain harmonious relationships with customers and co-workers, in person and over the phone.

Customer Focus: Knowing the (internal and external) customer business needs and acting accordingly; anticipating customer needs and giving high priority to customer satisfaction and customer service.

Teamwork: Working as a productive member of a cohesive group toward a common goal and contributing to team development and effective team dynamics.

Attention to Detail: Taking responsibility for a thorough and detailed method of working.

Accountability: Accepting responsibility that results in anticipation/prevention of problem areas from actions, and problem solving inside and outside the department/organization.

Collaboration: Develops cooperation and teamwork while participating in a group, working toward solutions which generally benefit all

involved parties.

Initiative: Does more than is required or expected in the job. Goes beyond expectations in the assignment, task, or job description without

being asked.

Innovation: Applies original thinking in job responsibilities and to improve processes, methods, systems, or services.

Professionalism: Thinks carefully about the likely effects on others of one's words, actions, appearance, and mode of behavior.

Quality: Produces results or provides service that meets or exceeds company standards.

Reliability: Demonstrates a high level of dependability in all aspects of the job.

Environmental:

Physical Requirements:

o Ability to work at a computer for extended periods

o Ability to work at a computer for extended periods

o Ability to lift up to 10 pounds frequently and 25 pounds occasionally

o Ability to open files and cabinet drawers, stoop and bend

Certifications: None

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