EXP
Overview
EXP is currently searching for a
Benefits Specialist
for our
Shared Services Sector , based in our
Chicago, IL
or
Houston, TX
office. The benefits specialist will play a crucial role in managing and administering our comprehensive benefits and retirement programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), and other ancillary plans. Responsibilities
Serves as the benefits subject matter expert and primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries and issues. Analyzes benefits data and trends to make informed recommendations for improvements. Conducts regular audits of benefits programs to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal requirements. Responds to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries. Effectively interprets FMLA, ADA, and state leave implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities. Ensures compliance with and administer COBRA and ACA. Maintains the benefit administration system, conducts system audits, ensures proper delivery of benefit information to benefit providers. Maintains the benefit administration system’s file feed process with benefit vendors, working with benefit vendors and benefit system contacts to resolve any issues. Processes and administers all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability, FMLA, and Workers’ Compensation. Responds to 401(k) inquiries from managers and employees relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amount. Coordinates the open enrollment process, including configuration of the benefit administration system and testing, communications, helping employees with any open enrollment questions, and post open enrollment cleanup/analytics. Assists with new-hire orientations. Administers the tuition reimbursement program. Administers the wellness allowance program. Provides necessary reports as requested. What Your Experience Looks Like
Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. Required
Education and Experience: Associate’s degree in HR or related field, but experience and/or other training/certification may be substituted for the education. Two to five years’ experience in HR and/or benefits administration. Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field of study. HRIS Knowledge including Oracle and Optavise. SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification, Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification, or Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) credential. Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The pay range for this role is $65,000 to $78,000.
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including health insurance, vacation time, and 401(k) retirement benefits. About Us
Our story
With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments. Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year. What Makes Us Different
The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence. About The Team
EXP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Sex, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression. Should you need any special accommodations, please feel free to contact us at hrsupport@exp.com and we will arrange for the most suitable accommodations based on your needs. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Human Resources Industries
Architecture and Planning Civil Engineering Oil and Gas
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EXP is currently searching for a
Benefits Specialist
for our
Shared Services Sector , based in our
Chicago, IL
or
Houston, TX
office. The benefits specialist will play a crucial role in managing and administering our comprehensive benefits and retirement programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), and other ancillary plans. Responsibilities
Serves as the benefits subject matter expert and primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries and issues. Analyzes benefits data and trends to make informed recommendations for improvements. Conducts regular audits of benefits programs to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal requirements. Responds to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries. Effectively interprets FMLA, ADA, and state leave implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities. Ensures compliance with and administer COBRA and ACA. Maintains the benefit administration system, conducts system audits, ensures proper delivery of benefit information to benefit providers. Maintains the benefit administration system’s file feed process with benefit vendors, working with benefit vendors and benefit system contacts to resolve any issues. Processes and administers all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability, FMLA, and Workers’ Compensation. Responds to 401(k) inquiries from managers and employees relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amount. Coordinates the open enrollment process, including configuration of the benefit administration system and testing, communications, helping employees with any open enrollment questions, and post open enrollment cleanup/analytics. Assists with new-hire orientations. Administers the tuition reimbursement program. Administers the wellness allowance program. Provides necessary reports as requested. What Your Experience Looks Like
Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. Required
Education and Experience: Associate’s degree in HR or related field, but experience and/or other training/certification may be substituted for the education. Two to five years’ experience in HR and/or benefits administration. Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field of study. HRIS Knowledge including Oracle and Optavise. SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification, Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification, or Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) credential. Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The pay range for this role is $65,000 to $78,000.
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including health insurance, vacation time, and 401(k) retirement benefits. About Us
Our story
With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments. Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year. What Makes Us Different
The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence. About The Team
EXP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Sex, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression. Should you need any special accommodations, please feel free to contact us at hrsupport@exp.com and we will arrange for the most suitable accommodations based on your needs. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Human Resources Industries
Architecture and Planning Civil Engineering Oil and Gas
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