Benefit Specialist

Job DetailsJob Location: JECO - Houston, TX 77057Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Human ResourcesPurpose of this job: The Benefit Specialist is responsible for assisting with the administration of all benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and 401(k) plan.  This role will also assist with company compliance and safety. Duties/Responsibilities: Ensures the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the HRIS to provide vendors with accurate eligibility information. Perform quality checks of benefits-related data. Distribute all benefits enrollment materials and determine eligibility. Enroll employees with carriers and process life status changes. Respond to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries. Responds to 401(k) inquiries from managers and employees relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amounts. Manages the annual catch-up contribution enrollment. Assist with the open enrollment process. Administer annual company wellness program. Provides necessary reports for allocation/billing charges. Assist with processing all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability and FMLA. Assist with FMLA and ADA implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities. Create and update benefit SOPs. Assist with workers’ compensation claims and leaves. Assist with new-hire orientations. Other duties as assigned. QualificationsRequired Skills/Abilities: Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. Education and Experience: Required: Associate’s degree in HR or related field preferred, but experience and/or other training/certification may be substituted for the education. Two years’ experience in HR and/or benefits administration. Preferred: SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or benefits certification. Experience with Paycom. 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. Compensation/Benefits: 401k with 4% company match. Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Company paid life insurance. Paid time off after introductory period. Paid company holidays. Additional earning opportunities with incentive programs and commissions.