Benefits Administrator jobs in Louisiana

LifeShare is seeking an experienced human resources professional to administer our group employee benefit plans as a key component of our total rewards strategy and in support of LifeShare’s strategic and operational goals. The Benefits Administrator will manage all aspects of the Company benefit programs (health, life, disability, 401(k), wellness, and leave plans), including plan design and administration, communications, compliance, and financial reporting.

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Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Benefits Administrator has the following primary duties:

• Develop and execute employee wellness strategies and activities with a focus on health plan cost containment and employee engagement
• Effectively manage the self-funded health plan and income protection benefits, leading the annual health and welfare benefits renewal and open enrollment process; identify and recommend cost-containment opportunities and implement approved changes
• Administer ERISA-governed 401(k) retirement savings plan to include eligibility, enrollment, loans, and distributions
• Manage leave of absence policies and work accommodations in compliance with FMLA, ADA, PWFA, and other applicable laws and regulations
• Present an overview of LifeShare’s benefit offerings, including eligibility and enrollment deadlines to new employees during orientation program
• Provide exceptional customer service to resolve benefits-related issues and respond to inquiries and requests in an accurate and timely manner
• May be cross-trained to support other HR functions

Beginning base pay is $55,000 – 65,000, commensurate with experience. LifeShare offers a generous benefits package, including employer-paid medical, life and disability insurance; employer base retirement and matching contributions (6%) to the 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, and employee wellness program.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in business administration, human resources management or related field; and
• At least five (5) years of related benefits or employee benefits administration experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential job duties.
• Benefits or wellness related certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations governing benefit and leave plans (ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, NMHPA, WHCRA) required
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint)
• Highly technical understanding of at least one commercial HRIS product; ability to learn and utilize Company’s HRIS system (Paycom)
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Highly-organized with strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated initiative in fulfilling established duties and responsibilities
• Ability to deal with the public and employees in a tactful, professional manner, maintaining a high level of confidentiality when appropriate

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS / ENVIRONMENT:

• Position requires long periods of work sitting at desk, talking on telephone and/or using PC at desk.
• Low risk of exposure to infectious diseases from blood and blood products. Work is generally performed in corporate office environment.
• May require occasional travel to other centers for employee meetings; must possess a valid drivers license and be insurable by our commercial auto carrier.

The requirements and physical demands listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with the ADA to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.