Hr Generalist/Benefits Jobs

Description

• Description

The HR Generalist position with focus on benefits coordination is responsible for directing and planning the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, worker's compensation, life insurance, flexible spending plan, retirement plans, etc.), and FMLA and leave administration. This position provides excellent customer \ improves existing programs, and supervises and monitors benefits administration. This position will also provide support to the Peninsula location with at least once a week travel to Newport News.

Requirements

Essential Core Responsibilities

• Survey industry trends. Complete benefits surveys and review information obtained from the results. Analyze complex benefits information. Forecast trends and assist with future benefits designs. Develop specific recommendations for review by management.
• Evaluate and revise internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Provide customer service support to internal and external customers. Develop communication tools to enhance understanding of the company's benefits package.
• Monitor administrative costs of benefits programs and recommend cost containment strategies, including alternative methods for administration and funding. Prepare budgetary recommendations and assist in the monitoring, verifying and reconciling of budgeted funds.
• Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations. Ensure timeliness and accuracy of required reporting and fees.
• Allocate group health and dental claims monthly and review quarterly.
• Review both short- and long-range cost estimates/projections and relevant statistical analyses regarding modifications in benefits programs and implementation of new programs.
• Oversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintain group benefits database and update employee payroll records.
• Negotiate with vendors and administrators for best plans, options and rates.
• Serve as primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators.
• Audit the accuracy and performance of functions performed by benefits staff.
• Research employee benefits plans and vendors to identify those that present the best value.
• Coordinate daily benefits processing. Handle enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, rollovers, distributions, loans, hardships and compliance testing.
• Design, recommend and implement new benefits programs. Examine possible plan designs and benefits cost changes.
• Analyze current benefits, evaluating the use, services, coverage, effectiveness, cost, plan experience and competitive trends in benefits programs, and identify the company's stance.
• Gather employee data and oversee the processing of monthly billings and the preparation of vouchers for payment of administrative fees for all group plans.
• Perform plan audits. Prepare, collect and organize data for actuarial assessments. Review data in conjunction with actuarial evaluation task forces.
• Design and distribute materials for benefits orientations, open enrollment and summary plan descriptions. Provide training and support to group benefits associates, home office associates and the field staff.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Project and team management/leadership skills and experience.
• Ability to understand, evaluate and make judgment on proposals.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including PowerPoint; experience with HRIS and benefits databases.
• Effective planning and priority setting. Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates.
• Strong analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designs.
• Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting employee benefits programs, including the ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, Medicare, garnishments, and Social Security and DOL requirements.

Education And Experience

• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP and CEBS professional designations preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field, and three to five years of related benefits or employee benefits administration experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.