Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title : HR Specialist 3 (Benefits Coordinator)Payrate: $37/hr on W2
Work Location : 700 Sylvan Ave Englewood Cliffs, NJ
Assignment Length: 12 months+ (Extendable Possible)Work Schedule: 4/1: Monday-Thursday onsite/Friday remote Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.1-2 years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR role. Job Description: Years of Experience and Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR role.
Position Summary:
- The Benefits Coordinator is responsible for supporting the administration and coordination of employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and other employee benefits.
- This role ensures that benefits are communicated clearly to employees and that the programs operate effectively to meet the needs of both the employees and the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct Closed Loop Payroll file reviews and perform reconciliation to ensure data accuracy.
- Manage eligibility file uploads to vendors to ensure timely and accurate data transmission.
- Process monthly invoices and handle imputed tax processing related to benefits.
- Complete Medicare forms, benefit verification letters, and state disability/leave verification forms as needed.
- Monitor the Benefits and Wellness Inbox, responding to employee inquiries in a timely manner.
- Sort incoming benefits-related mail and redirect it to the appropriate department or point of contact.
- Support project management activities, including tracking timelines and deliverables for benefits-related initiatives.
- Support new vendor onboarding, ensuring seamless integration and setup in partnership with the HR Finance team.
- Track the utilization of Wellness Incentives and Carrier Wellness funds.
- Coordinate the scheduling of wellness events for various divisions and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), as needed.
- Assist with ad-hoc projects, such as employee notices, ACA audits, and other compliance-related tasks.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
- 5 years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR role.
- Strong knowledge of employee benefit plans, including health, retirement, and wellness programs.
- Familiarity with federal and state regulations affecting employee benefits.
- Proficiency in HRIS and benefits management software.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-service orientation.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Work Environment:
- This role typically operates in an office environment, with occasional remote work flexibility.
- Some travel may be required for benefits-related events, training, or vendor meetings.