Benefits Specialist
San Francisco, California
Contract/Temporary
$29.00 - $33.00 per Hour
Job Title: Benefits Specialist
Location: San Francisco, CA
Company Overview: Join our dynamic team in San Francisco, where we are committed to providing comprehensive benefits solutions to our employees. We specialize in ensuring a smooth and efficient open enrollment process, enabling our team members to make informed decisions about their benefits.
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Benefits Specialist with a focus on open enrollment to join our Human Resources team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in benefits administration, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Open Enrollment Management: Lead the annual open enrollment process, including the preparation of materials, communication plans, and coordination of enrollment meetings.
Employee Communication: Develop and deliver clear, concise, and engaging communications to educate employees about benefit options, changes, and deadlines during the open enrollment period.
Benefits Administration: Manage day-to-day benefits administration, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plans, and other employee benefits programs.
Vendor Coordination: Liaise with benefits providers to ensure accurate and timely processing of enrollments, changes, and terminations. Resolve any issues or discrepancies that arise.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to benefits administration, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, and HIPAA.
Employee Support: Provide exceptional customer service by responding to employee inquiries regarding benefits, eligibility, and enrollment procedures. Assist employees with resolving any benefits-related issues.
Data Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date benefits records in HRIS and other systems. Generate reports and analyze data to support decision-making and compliance efforts.
Education & Training: Conduct benefits orientations and training sessions for new hires and existing employees. Create and update benefits guides and resources.
Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve benefits processes to enhance efficiency and employee experience. Stay current on industry trends and best practices.
Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in benefits administration, with a focus on open enrollment.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus.
Strong understanding of benefits programs and regulations.
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems (experience with Workday, ADP, or similar systems is preferred).
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Customer-focused with a commitment to providing exceptional service.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Pay Details: $29.00 to $33.00 per hour Search managed by: Savannah MckillipBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.
Benefits Specialist
LHH
10 days ago
$29.00 - $33.00 per Hour
Contract/Temporary
San Francisco, California
Job Title: Benefits Specialist
Location: San Francisco, CA
Company Overview: Join our dynamic team in San Francisco, where we are committed to providing comprehensive benefits solutions to our employees. We specialize in ensuring a smooth and efficient open enrollment process, enabling our team members to make informed decisions about their benefits.
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Benefits Specialist with a focus on open enrollment to join our Human Resources team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in benefits administration, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Open Enrollment Management: Lead the annual open enrollment process, including the preparation of materials, communication plans, and coordination of enrollment meetings.
Employee Communication: Develop and deliver clear, concise, and engaging communications to educate employees about benefit options, changes, and deadlines during the open enrollment period.
Benefits Administration: Manage day-to-day benefits administration, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plans, and other employee benefits programs.
Vendor Coordination: Liaise with benefits providers to ensure accurate and timely processing of enrollments, changes, and terminations. Resolve any issues or discrepancies that arise.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to benefits administration, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, and HIPAA.
Employee Support: Provide exceptional customer service by responding to employee inquiries regarding benefits, eligibility, and enrollment procedures. Assist employees with resolving any benefits-related issues.
Data Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date benefits records in HRIS and other systems. Generate reports and analyze data to support decision-making and compliance efforts.
Education & Training: Conduct benefits orientations and training sessions for new hires and existing employees. Create and update benefits guides and resources.
Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve benefits processes to enhance efficiency and employee experience. Stay current on industry trends and best practices.
Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in benefits administration, with a focus on open enrollment.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus.
Strong understanding of benefits programs and regulations.
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems (experience with Workday, ADP, or similar systems is preferred).
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Customer-focused with a commitment to providing exceptional service.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Pay Details: $29.00 to $33.00 per hour Search managed by: Savannah MckillipBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.