Maryland Staffing
Benefits Specialist
The Benefits Specialist will oversee the administration of the organization's employee benefits programs, ensuring accurate and timely management of health, wellness, and retirement plans. This individual will play a critical role in educating employees about their benefits options, assisting them through enrollment processes, and supporting compliance with benefit regulations. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about helping employees maximize the value of their benefits. Key Responsibilities Benefits Administration: Manage day-to-day operations of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, dental/vision plans, retirement plans, FSA/HSA accounts, and wellness initiatives. Enrollment Process: Facilitate employee benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations, ensuring accuracy and completion of forms and compliance with deadlines. Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for employees with benefit-related questions or concerns, providing clear and timely guidance. Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local benefits laws and regulations, including ACA reporting and COBRA administration. Education and Support: Conduct benefits orientations and provide ongoing education sessions to help employees understand their options and make informed decisions. Vendor Management: Coordinate with benefits providers and vendors to resolve coverage issues and ensure optimal service delivery. Auditing: Monitor and analyze benefits data to verify accuracy and identify trends, ensuring data integrity in HRIS and benefits systems. Requirements Proven experience as a Benefits Specialist, Benefits Administrator, or similar role. Strong understanding of federal and state regulations governing benefits, such as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), COBRA, and ERISA. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong written and verbal communication abilities, including the ability to explain complex information clearly. Proficiency with HRIS systems and benefits management platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, Paycor). Experience managing benefits for a multi-state workforce or within a large organization. Why Join Us? Impact: Help shape employee experiences and satisfaction through impactful benefits administration. Culture: Be part of a supportive and collaborative HR team. Growth: Opportunities for personal and detail oriented development in a growing organization.
The Benefits Specialist will oversee the administration of the organization's employee benefits programs, ensuring accurate and timely management of health, wellness, and retirement plans. This individual will play a critical role in educating employees about their benefits options, assisting them through enrollment processes, and supporting compliance with benefit regulations. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about helping employees maximize the value of their benefits. Key Responsibilities Benefits Administration: Manage day-to-day operations of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, dental/vision plans, retirement plans, FSA/HSA accounts, and wellness initiatives. Enrollment Process: Facilitate employee benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations, ensuring accuracy and completion of forms and compliance with deadlines. Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for employees with benefit-related questions or concerns, providing clear and timely guidance. Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local benefits laws and regulations, including ACA reporting and COBRA administration. Education and Support: Conduct benefits orientations and provide ongoing education sessions to help employees understand their options and make informed decisions. Vendor Management: Coordinate with benefits providers and vendors to resolve coverage issues and ensure optimal service delivery. Auditing: Monitor and analyze benefits data to verify accuracy and identify trends, ensuring data integrity in HRIS and benefits systems. Requirements Proven experience as a Benefits Specialist, Benefits Administrator, or similar role. Strong understanding of federal and state regulations governing benefits, such as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), COBRA, and ERISA. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong written and verbal communication abilities, including the ability to explain complex information clearly. Proficiency with HRIS systems and benefits management platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, Paycor). Experience managing benefits for a multi-state workforce or within a large organization. Why Join Us? Impact: Help shape employee experiences and satisfaction through impactful benefits administration. Culture: Be part of a supportive and collaborative HR team. Growth: Opportunities for personal and detail oriented development in a growing organization.