Benefits Specialist

Magic Valley Electric•Twin Falls, ID

17h

About The Position

The Benefits Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day administration, coordination, and communication of all employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement plans across the partner companies. This role also leads wellness initiatives that promote employee well-being and engagement.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in benefits administration, HR, or employee wellness.
Knowledge of benefits laws and compliance requirements (ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA).
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office applications.
Open and proactive communication; able to articulate ideas clearly and enthusiastically.
Strong organizational skills.
Attention to detail.
Good decision making and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional follow-through abilities.
Ability to work at strategic, creative, and tactical levels.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

Responsibilities

Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) plans.
Serve as the primary contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries, claims, and issue resolution.
Coordinate annual renewals and open enrollment.
Evaluate and negotiate benefits programs for competitiveness and cost-effectiveness.
Track benefits utilization, participation, and trends.
Recommend plan adjustments or new offerings based on data and feedback.
Manage benefits system updates.
Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations (e.g., ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA).
Maintain accurate and confidential employee benefits records.
Liaise with insurance carriers, brokers, and vendors to ensure efficient plan administration.
Communicate benefit changes, updates, and deadlines to employees.
Partner with leadership to develop and implement employee wellness programs and events to support physical, mental, and financial well-being.
Promote wellness resources and encourage participation in health-related initiatives.
Prepare and distribute employee benefits communications and educational materials.
Work closely with payroll to ensure accurate benefits deductions and enrollments to ensure seamless integration of benefits.
Support HR by providing benefits information to new hires during onboarding process.
Assist with audits, compliance reporting, and other projects as assigned.