HR Benefits Administrator

Human Resources Benefits Administrator (Heber, CA or Salinas, CA)

Salary: Depending on Experience (DOE)

Job Summary:
The benefits administrator position is responsible for directing and planning the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, etc.). This position provides excellent customer service and designs quality benefits plans. The administrator continually researches new benefits programs, improves existing programs, and supervises and monitors benefits administration.

Supervisory Responsibly:

• One Benefits Assistant

Duties/Responsibilities : (Other duties may be assigned)

• Research employee benefits plans and vendors to identify those that present the

best value.

• Design, recommend and implement new benefits programs. Examine possible

plan designs and benefits cost changes.

• Negotiate with vendors and administrators for best plans, options and rates.
• Serve as primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators.
• Coordinate transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums and plan

administration.

• Evaluate and revise internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations. Ensure timeliness and

accuracy of required reporting and fees.

• Coordinate daily benefits processing. Handle enrollments, COBRA, terminations,

changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, QDROs,
QMCSOs, distributions, loans, hardships and compliance testing.

• Oversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintain group benefits

database and update employee payroll records.

• Gather employee data and oversee the processing of monthly billings and the

preparation of vouchers for payment of administrative fees for all group plans.

• Allocate group health and dental claims monthly and review quarterly.
• Audit the accuracy and performance of functions performed by benefits staff.
• Analyze current benefits, evaluating the use, services, coverage, effectiveness, cost,

plan experience and competitive trends in benefits programs, and identify the
company's stance.

• Perform plan audits. Prepare, collect and organize data for actuarial assessments.

Review data.

• Review both short- and long-range cost estimates/projections and relevant statistical

analyses regarding modifications in benefits programs and implementation of new
programs.

• 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.

• 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.

• Provide customer service support to internal and external customers. Develop

communication tools to enhance understanding of the company's benefits package.

• 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/Abilities:

- Bilingual/Fluent in Spanish required.

• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude; experience with HRIS and benefits

databases.

• Project and team management/leadership skills and experience.
• Proven ability to work effecvely in a team environment with associates.
• Effecve planning and priority setting. Ability to manage several complex projects

simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.

• Strong analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designs.
• Ability to understand, evaluate and make judgment on proposals (RFPs).
• Knowledge of benefits contract language.
• 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, Secon 125, workers' compensation, Medicare, OBRA, and Social Security and DOL requirements.

• Excellent communication, and organization skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or a combination of education

and experience that would provide the required knowledge and ability to perform
the job.

• Three to five years of related benefits or employee benefits administration

experience.

• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.

Physical Requirements:

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

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Salinas, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Read and Write Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Professional In Human Resources (Preferred)

Work Location: One location