Benefits Specialist

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Encova is only able to employ associates who reside and work within specific U.S. states. Our current policies are based on the laws in states in which we are registered for payroll. Our current footprint includes:

Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.

JOB OBJECTIVE:

Responsible for the day-to-day activities in assigned areas of group benefit programs including health, dental, vision, income protection plans, worker’s compensation, life insurance, spending accounts, retirement plans, 401k, wellness and leave of absence programs and has familiarity with all areas of group benefit programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Provide timely and accurate assistance to associates, retirees and outside vendors by answering benefits related questions.
• Efficiently coordinate and process all benefits changes caused by new enrollments, transfers, terminations, leave of absences, retirements and other changes with Payroll, providers, record keepers and affected associates.
• Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations affecting assigned functions. Assist vendors with information to prepare 5500s, Summary Annual Reports and compliance related reports and activities.
• Assist with administration of leaves under short-term disability, long-term disability and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). 
• Maintain tracking of applicable records. Process administrative services payments and maintain eligibility information for assigned benefit programs.
• Coordinate activities with HRIS (Human Resources Information System) Team, Finance Team related to electronic files and funding for associate benefit programs.
• Assist in the development and documentation of efficient system uses for Human Resources and the Benefits Team.
• Prepare materials for and conduct new associate orientation and open enrollment.

OTHER FUNCTIONS: 

• Document and maintain work process and procedures for administration of benefit plans.
• Crosstrain and provide back-up for benefit areas other than those directly assigned. 
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred with 1-3 years professional human resources or benefits experience required. 
• Commensurate experience in benefits and education can be considered to meet experience requirement.
• Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, CBP) preferred.
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work independently and/or expertise or advanced knowledge in one or more benefit areas.
• Strong knowledge of benefits regulations including ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, and FMLA preferred.
• Knowledge of benefits administration, defined contribution plans and record keeping. 
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms; Workday experience preferred.
• Proven and effective verbal and written communication skills, ability to research and prepare reports and attention to detail is required. 
• Demonstrated commitment to provide superior customer service.  
• Familiarity with defined benefit pension programs is preferred.

This position has been evaluated in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Encova Insurance makes every effort to reasonably accommodate disabilities to permit performance of the essential functions and candidates who need such accommodation are encouraged to seek it.  This description reflects the nature and level of work performed by associates in this position.  It is not an all-inclusive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required.  It provides an accurate overview of the work and skills needed to perform this position.  Because job content may change from time to time, Encova Insurance reserves the right to add and/or delete functions from this job as it deems necessary for business reasons.

Ready to join our team?
At Encova Insurance, we firmly believe that our associates drive our company's success by delivering unrivaled service to our customers. With success in mind, we make an ongoing effort to provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating, and financially rewarding opportunities. Join us to discover a work experience where you can learn and grow to your fullest potential.

What you can expect from us

In addition to a competitive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and growth of our associates. Available benefits (subject to any policy or plan changes) include, but are not limited to:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Company-provided life and income protection plans

• Eligibility to participate in a company incentive bonus program

• 401(k) Retirement Plan - 100% company match up to 7% on annual salary

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays

• Flexible Work Arrangements - Hybrid and remote depending on the role

We believe that happy, healthy associates are the foundation of great work. Join us and thrive both professionally and personally.

Encova Insurance is an EOE/E-Verify employer.