Benefits and Compensation Administrator

Pedernales Electric Cooperative•Johnson City, TN

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for administering benefits & compensation programs and policies in support of the Cooperative’s strategic initiatives.

Requirements

Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment regulations
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
Skilled in project management
Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing
Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems
Bachelor’s Degree, in Human Resources preferred
Four years of related experience
Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Directly related experience may substitute for education
CBP, CCP, GBA, RPA, CEBS, or PHR preferred

Responsibilities

Communicate compensation and benefit programs, policies, and initiatives by developing presentations, maintaining intranet content, conducting meetings, preparing announcements and responding to inquiries
Conduct day-to-day support and administration of health & welfare benefit programs, 401(k) plan and Defined Benefit Plan
Coordinate logistics of benefit, wellness, and finical program actives, i.e., scheduling, employee events, compliance training, open enrollment, employee communications, and policy training
Manage the Cooperative’s rewards and recognition program
Administer the Leave Management Program and return to work process
Assist employees with retirement process and serve as contact for retirees
Make recommendations for improvement to employee benefit and compensation administration and programs taking into consideration regulatory requirements, competitive advantage, employee acceptance, employee interests and cost
Recommend benefit programs by benchmarking best practices, researching industry standards, employment trends, tracking legislation, and reporting anticipated business impact
Ensure retirement plans meet ERISA regulations and comply with organizational standards and budgetary restrictions
Identify, evaluate, implement, and promote various wellness programs and challenges to encourage healthy lifestyles
Source and leverage network vendors and community partners to provide benefits and wellness programs to the employee population
Complete monthly benefits plan funding, billing, benefits accounting, and reconciliation
Maintain benefits and compensation policies, procedures, and related documents to ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to current best practices
Analyze employee benefit data and trends
Maintain positive relationships with department vendors and other business partners
Maintain the security of confidential information
Stay abreast of advances in technology
Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned