Benefits and Leave Specialist

Dohrn•Rock Island, IL

About The Position

Dohrn is a leading Midwest LTL Carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout its 10-state service area. The Benefits and Leave Specialist provides critical support to the company and its employees through benefits and leave administration, employee data maintenance, compliance with laws and company policies, and assistance with HR initiatives. The role also provides customer service to employees, supports HR projects and company events, and maintains confidential personnel records.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Four-year degree and two years of experience in business, HR, or another related field, and/or an 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 multitask in a fast-paced environment and react productively to change.
Ability to navigate multiple computer systems.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Excellent attendance.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Enter and maintain employee data in multiple databases and software systems.
Create metrics using advanced tables and charting in Excel to analyze payroll and employment data.
Complete verifications of employment.
Periodically audit HR files and records to ensure required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
Assist employees with benefit enrollment and questions.
Maintain employee databases and files.
Manage benefit-related information during employee offboarding.
Ensure compliance with required benefit notices.
Administer annual open enrollment.
Distribute information to employees about company benefits, insurance providers and options, and the company retirement plan.
Coordinate and administer FMLA, leave-of-absence requests, and accommodations.
Update employee data for terminations.
Attend and actively participate in meetings as required.
Partner with the HR Department to coordinate 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.
Perform other duties as needed.