Benefits Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : 65,000

Summary

This position supports all Authority operating departments and the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) in all aspects of HR activities, concentrating on managing the development and administration of employee compensation and benefits programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and / or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

• Supports the Human Resources needs of all Authority operating departments.
• Develops and communicates information to employees and former employees on Authority benefit policies, procedures, changes and government-mandated disclosures.
• Manages all aspects of the Authoritys employee benefit programs, annually reviews Agencys benefits programs to determine necessary changes and prepares Request for Proposals for updates to benefits.
• Directs all aspects of benefits open enrollment.
• Designs, evaluates and recommends modifications to benefits policies to ensure that programs are current, competitive, and in compliance with legal requirements, while simultaneously analyzing for cost-control and risk assessment; analyzes and evaluates services, coverage, and options available to determine programs best meeting needs of the Authority.
• Develops, recommends, and monitors Authority

budget allocations for employee benefits.

benefits newsletter on a regular basis.

Education and / or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in human resources management or similar field; and a minimum of 5 to 8 years Human Resources experience in progressively responsible positions, must possess at least 4 years experience in benefits and compensation administration, and preferably 3 years experience as manager in compensation and benefits; or equivalent combination of education and experience.