Benefits and Leave Specialist

Dohrn•Rock Island, IL

About The Position

Dohrn is a Midwest LTL carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services across a 10-state service area. The Benefits and Leave Specialist provides support to the company and its employees in benefits and leave administration, employee data maintenance, compliance with laws and company policies, and HR initiatives. The role works with employee records and data, supports benefit enrollment and inquiries, administers annual open enrollment, and coordinates FMLA, leaves of absence, and accommodations. It also supports HR projects and company events while maintaining confidentiality and providing customer service.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Four-year degree and two years of experience in Business, HR, or another related field, 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 Excel tables and charts to analyze payroll and employment data.
Complete verifications of employment.
Periodically audit HR files and records to ensure required documents are collected and appropriately filed.
Assist employees with benefit enrollment and questions.
Maintain employee databases and files.
Handle offboarding of benefit-related information.
Ensure compliance with required benefit notices.
Administer annual open enrollment.
Help distribute information 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 and provide excellent customer service.
Participate in HR projects and manage multiple duties simultaneously.
Work positively, supportively, and cooperatively, and perform other duties as needed.