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Total Rewards Leave and Benefit Specialist
Total Rewards Leave and Benefit SpecialistBlue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas • Topeka, KS, US
Total Rewards Leave and Benefit Specialist

Total Rewards Leave and Benefit Specialist

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas • Topeka, KS, US
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Total Rewards Leave And Benefit Specialist

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is looking to add to our Human Resources Total Rewards team and has a new opportunity for a Total Rewards Leave and Benefit Specialist. This position is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of exceptional customer service and consultation with leaders and employees while managing and enhancing our employee benefits and leave programs. The ideal candidate will be proactive, knowledgeable about Benefits, Leave, and HR policies, and committed to maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. This position is eligible to work hybrid from our Topeka, KS office in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy once onsite training is complete. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.

Are you ready to make a difference? Choose to work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas.

Why Join Us?

  • Family Comes First : Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees; including paid time off and family first leave.
  • Balance : Paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire
  • Professional Growth Opportunities : Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs both through our internal Blue University and external opportunities.
  • Trust : Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas

Compensation : $73,920 - $92,400 Exempt Grade 15

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.

What You'll Do

  • Deliver professional consultation and support to leaders and employees for complex inquiries related to benefits, leave and disability accommodations, ensuring high employee satisfaction.
  • Manage third-party vendor relationships for benefits, leave, and disability programs, ensuring compliance and optimal service delivery.
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to resolve intricate leave and accommodations matters, leveraging expertise to develop effective solutions.
  • Advise on company policies and ensure adherence to benefit, leave and disability regulations, proactively recommending updates to policies as needed.
  • Expertly review and resolve complex benefit and leave discrepancies, ensuring timely and accurate outcomes.
  • Participate in the implementation and testing of HRIS enhancements, ensuring robust workflows and user experience.
  • Manage employee and retiree records for accuracy and records retention compliance.
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive communication plan to ensure clear and prompt dissemination of benefits and leave information to employees, including, but not limited to, designing and presenting content for new employee orientation and annual open enrollment.
  • Deliver analyses of benefits and leave data helping to identify trends and contribute to the development of programs, policies, communications, training, and survey participation.
  • Provide subject matter expertise for one or more functions within the team, leading day-to-day efforts for specific focus areas.
  • Evaluate internal processes for opportunities to increase efficiency.
  • Assist in the mentoring, training, and development of Total Rewards Specialists.
  • What You Need

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or other related field of study preferred. In lieu of degree, a minimum of an additional 2 years of progressive experience in Human Resources with a solid understanding of benefits and leave required.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in benefits and leave administration required.
  • Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with employees, leaders, and external vendors, fostering collaboration with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with tact and discretion.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state employment laws, benefits administration, and HR best practices.
  • Expertise in managing employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave management.
  • Strong proficiency in HR Information Systems (HRIS) for data management, reporting, and process improvements.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Analytical abilities to interpret data, conduct policy analyses, and make impactful recommendations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
  • Effective problem-solving skills to address and resolve complex benefit, leave and accommodation issues promptly.
  • Strong organizational skills to oversee multiple initiatives and ensure timely completion.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing records, processing invoices, and developing communications.
  • Ability to adapt to and influence through change, including implementing new policies and procedures effectively.
  • Bonus if you have

  • Proficiency in Workday preferred
  • Benefits & Perks

  • Base pay is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package :
  • Incentive pay program (EPIP)
  • Health / Vision / Dental insurance
  • 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
  • Fertility / Adoption assistance
  • 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
  • 5% 401(k) plan matching
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources
  • Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging

    At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

    Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.

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