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Job DetailsPosition Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Shift: AnyJob Summary:

The benefits administrator position is responsible for directing and planning the day-to-day operations of FML, group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, travel and accident plan, flexible spending plan, retirement plans, etc.). This position provides excellent customer service and designs quality benefits plans. The administrator continually investigates new benefits programs, improves existing programs, and supervises and monitors benefits administration.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assists with managing the Human Resources department when needed.

Essential Functions

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 in conjunction with actuarial evaluation task forces.
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, benefit & health fair, and summary plan descriptions. Provide training and support throughout the year to group benefits associates.
Understand and comply with the Eye, Hi, Goodbye program.
Adhere to and act in accordance with all casino policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state and local regulations.

QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field, and three to five years of related benefits or employee benefits administration experience with like size or larger company.

Knowledge of Insure Oklahoma Preferred

Knowledge of the CDC and Cares Act Required
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP and CEBS professional designations preferred.
Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including PowerPoint.
Experience with HRIS and benefits databases required.
Project and team management/leadership skills with progressive managerial experience.
Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates.
Effective 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, Section 125, workers' compensation, Medicare, COBRA, and Social Security and DOL requirements.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Adhere to and act in accordance with all casino policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state and local regulations
Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance.
Understand and comply with the Eye, Hi, Goodbye program
Competency to follow detailed procedures and ensure accuracy in documentation, carefully monitoring processes and routine work details
Ability to clearly present information verbally and in writing; read and interpret complex information; actively listen and talk with guests and team members
Ability to maintain a calm demeanor during stressful situations

Demonstrate a high level of service delivery to ensure guest and team member satisfaction; handle service failures and prioritize guest and team member needs
Prepare for known problems and opportunities in advance; willingness to undertake additional responsibilities and respond to situations as they arise
Maintain high standards despite pressing deadlines; reinforce excellence as a fundamental priority
Capable of using tact, maintaining confidences, and fostering an ethical work environment; giving proper credit to others, and handling situations honestly
Ability to adapt behavior to others’ styles, interact with people who have different values, culture, or backgrounds, be of service to difficult people, optimize the benefits of having a diverse workforce, developing rapport with others, and recognizing their concerns and feelings to build and maintain long-term associations based on trust
Share due credit with team members; display team spirit, enthusiasm and promote a friendly group working environment; work closely with other departments as necessary; support group decisions and solicit opinions from fellow team members
Ability to operate various types of equipment used in your department, for example personal computers, printers, copy machines, facsimile machines, and telephone
Excellent communication and organization skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The team member is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The team member must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly exposed to risks associated with travel between buildings and back and forth to other areas as may be required due to business demands. The Team member is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, including second-hand environmental smoke. The team member may be exposed to the risks associated in attempting to resolve issues with extremely irate or difficult guests or staff members. The noise level in the work environment varies from light to moderate. Flashing lights from slot machines and band lighting.