Benefits and Leave Specialist

Dohrn•Rock Island, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Dohrn Transfer is a leading Midwest LTL Carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Join our team and become a part of our new growth and bright future. We offer competitive salary and a great benefit package in an exciting, rewarding industry. The purpose of this role is to provide critical support to the company and its employees for all benefit and leave administration, including maintenance of employee data, compliance with all laws and company policies, and assistance in the execution of HR initiatives.

Requirements

Valid Driver License
4-year degree and 2 years’ experience in Business, HR or other related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
Human Resources experience required
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Detail-oriented, analytical thinker, and problem-solver
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and react to change productively
Ability to navigate multiple computer systems
Ability to work on tasks independently or in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with HR software, HRIS or HRMS preferred
Excellent data entry and typing skills preferred

Responsibilities

Enter and maintain employee data in multiple data bases and software systems
Create metrics with advanced tables and charting in Excel to analyze payroll and employment data
Complete Verifications of Employment
Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately
Assists employees with benefit enrollment and questions
Maintains employee database and files
Responsible for offboarding all benefit related information
Ensures compliance with required benefit notices
Administers Annual Open Enrollment
Assists distributing information to employees about company benefits, such as insurance providers and options and company retirement plan.
Responsible for coordination and administration of FMLA, leave of absence requests and accommodations
Updates employee data for terminations
Attend and actively participate in meetings as required
Partners with the HR Department in the coordination of company events as needed
Organize and maintain personnel records in compliance with laws
Ensure compliance with Labor Law postings at all locations
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Provide excellent customer service
Participate in HR projects
Manage multiple duties simultaneously
Work in a positive, supportive, and cooperative way at all times
Perform other duties as needed