Benefits Specialist

JBS Foods • Sanford, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Answers moderately complex employee questions regarding benefits and records employee enrollment in benefits and group insurance programs. Works with employees and third - party organizations to resolve issues related to eligibility for benefit plans, amounts of coverage, and claims procedures.

Requirements

• Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Responds to moderately complex employee inquiries by phone, written correspondence and/or email regarding vacation, short-term disability leave, long-term disability, workers' compensation, disability, 401k plans, pension and retirement, and other plans.
• Delivers employee presentations on benefit programs.
• Explains and interprets more complex aspects of insurance programs to employees and dependents.
• Answers more complex questions regarding benefits such as pension and retirement plan, and group benefit plans which includes life, hospitalization, and disability leave.
• Corresponds with staff at provider offices, hospitals, and benefits providers regarding claims.
• Coordinates the administration of employee benefit programs such as benefit plan coverage, dental insurance, group life insurance, pension plans, and other benefits.
• Consults with and advises employees on eligibility, provisions, and other matters related to benefits.
• Coordinates the preparation of employee benefits booklets and other employee benefit communications.
• Assists with the coordination of annual enrollment process.
• May research, analyze, and integrate data to provide information on benefit programs and utilization.

Benefits

• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
• flexible unpaid leave
• vacation time
• six company-recognized holidays
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
• continuous learning opportunities
• career growth through various learning and development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED