Benefits Specialist - Brighton, United States - Adams County, Colorado

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Benefits Specialist

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Benefits Specialist

Salary

$59, $86,775.90 Annually

Location

Brighton, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

06454

Department

People & Culture Services

Opening Date

04/05/2024

Closing Date

5/31/2024 4:30 PM Mountain

Our Mission

At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact. We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion.

Cultural Competencies/EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.

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What Success Looks Like In This Job

Join our dynamic team at Adams County as a Benefits Administrator, where you'll play a pivotal role in the administration of our benefit programs, leave of absence, and ADAAA compliance. Under the guidance of the Benefits Manager and Benefits-LOA-ADA Administrator, you'll ensure the seamless operation of our benefit programs, including vendor communication, plan document review, and employee support. As the main point of contact for employee inquiries and problem resolution, you'll provide exceptional service to our valued team members while also contributing to the continual improvement of our benefit programs and processes. If you're a detail-oriented professional with a passion for benefits administration and a commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees and their families. Apply today

This recruitment may close at anytime before the deadline. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

Examples of Duties for Success

+ Complete administration of all benefit programs to ensure compliance with regulations and plan provisions (includes vendor communication, invoice reconciliation, draft communication materials, plan document review, answer questions, etc.).

+ Act as main point of contact for employee questions, problem resolution, file feed monitoring, data entry.

+ Assist the Benefits Manager and Benefits-LOA-ADA Administrator on benefit plan renewal, open enrollment and implementations.

+ Complete administration of leave of absence (including FMLA, all applicable state/local leaves, Adams County policies) and ADAAA.

+ Provide exceptional service to all customers.

+ Presentations (drafting of and presenting).

+ Continual improvement of benefit programs, processes.

+ Continual education of self on governmental regulations and practices that effect benefits, leave of absence and ADAAA.

+ Continually stay educated on changes in benefit plans and all pertinent federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances.

+ Back-up for other team members when they are not available and assist in workload.

+ Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications for Success

Knowledge of:

+ Current principles and practices of human resources administration.

+ Current principles and practices benefit administration including benefit plans options and programs.

+ Pertinent federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances (including FMLA and ADAAA).

Skills and Abilities:

+ Self-motivated, display initiative

+ Write clear, concise and grammatically correct communication pieces.

+ Present (either in person or via remote means) in an articulate, clear and professional manner.

+ Communicate orally clearly and concisely.

+ Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

+ Understand complicated benefit programs, regulations and leave/ADAAA laws.

+ Interpret and understand pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

+ Participate in developing operational reports and recommendations.

+ Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

+ Intermediate proficiency level in Microsoft Office.

+ Operate all office equipment required to perform essential functions.

More Qualifications for Success

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

+ Experience - Five+ years of benefits/LOA/ADAAA administration. Must have intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Office that allows for efficient administration of programs. A minimum of five years of experience with an HR information system. JD Edwards preferred. Proficiency in HR information systems report writing.

+ Education High school diploma. Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university preferred. CBP, CEBS or PHR certifications preferred.

+ Background Check Must pass a criminal background check.

+ More Qualifications for Success This position will require some travel between locations. The locations are all located within Adams County, Colorado. Candidate should have the ability and means to travel as needed for the position.

Physical Demands:

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

+ Work in a standard office and/or home office environment.

+ Lift/push/pull up to 30lbs infrequently.

+ Work at a computer at least 8 hours per day.

+ Be on phone frequently.

+ Reach/grab/bend/twist as needed.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

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Benefits You Expect:

+ AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance

+ Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance

+ Deferred Compensation Plan

+ Dental/Vision/Medical Plans

+ Generous Vacation/Sick leave

+ Long-Term Disability

+ Retirement Plan

+ Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Employee Fitness Center

+ Employee Health Clinics

+ Flexible Work Schedules

+ Recreation Center Discounts

+ Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs

+ Wellness programs

+ Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

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A minimum qualification for this position is 5 years of benefits/LOA/ADAAA administration experience. Do you meet this qualification?

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A minimum qualification for this position is 5 years of experience working with an HR information system. Do you meet this qualification?

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+ No

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A requirement of this position is that you must possess at least a high school diploma or GED. Do you meet this requirement?

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+ No

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Please describe your experience in administering FMLA and ADA accommodations.

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Please describe your experience in day-to-day benefits administration (data entry, invoice reconciliation, answering questions, presenting, open enrollment, carrier file feeds, HSA and FSA, etc.).

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Do you have intermediate level proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, v-look up, formulas)?

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+ No

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Adams County

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4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado,

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