Human Resources Benefits and Wellness Specialist

R.E. Darling Company Inc.•Tucson, AZ

20d•$58,321 - $71,443

About The Position

The Human Resources Benefits and Wellness Specialist works under the general supervision of the Human Resource Manager and develops, implements, oversees, and evaluates initiatives to improve employee wellbeing. The position administers benefits and wellness programs, communicates program information, evaluates compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and works with employees at all levels as well as third-party vendors, brokers, and carriers. The role also administers leave programs, supports OSHA compliance and safety initiatives in partnership with Facilities and EHS, and maintains process documentation. This position requires authorization to access ITAR and/or EAR controlled technical data, technology, or source code. This is a regular full-time position averaging 40 hours per week on a 9/80 schedule: Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM; working Fridays, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM; and every other Friday off. The position works under minimal supervision and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Proficiency in HRIS and payroll software systems.
Knowledge of benefits administration and wellness program coordination.
Knowledge of benefit laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, and OSHA.
Knowledge of leave management and compliance documentation.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to design communication plans for benefits and wellness programs.
Data tracking, reporting, and audit skills.
HRIS proficiency and general technical competence.
Program design, evaluation, and continuous improvement skills.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to collaborate across departments.
Customer service skills and ability to clearly explain complex benefit information.
Process documentation and policy maintenance skills.
Must be authorized to access ITAR and/or EAR controlled technical data, technology, or source code.

Nice To Haves

Two years of benefits administration and/or wellness program administration experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deploy benefits and REDAR Reach Wellness Program initiatives, analyze results, and modify programming to achieve organizational goals set by the Human Resource Manager.
Coordinate wellness activities, including the Wellness Committee, wellness challenges and classes, healthy food initiatives, on-site clinics, and lunch-and-learns.
Communicate benefits and wellness programs to increase awareness and participation, including developing communication strategies and a monthly communication plan using available tools such as HRIS, bulletin boards, newsletters, email, and infotainment.
Coordinate and administer day-to-day benefits processing, including new employee enrollment, changes, terminations, insurance claims, disability, and annual open enrollment.
Audit benefit deductions at least quarterly and complete annual PCORI tax reporting.
Evaluate benefits and wellness practices and procedures for compliance with applicable regulations and laws; monitor federal and state regulations, review company programs, and recommend updates as needed.
Conduct training and presentations on benefits and wellness, including new-hire presentations, annual open enrollment, and initiatives to improve employee health and wellbeing.
Develop and maintain accurate benefits and wellness metrics to report on awareness, issues, statistics, and improvement activities.
Administer leave programs, ensure compliance and proper documentation, submit claims to appropriate carriers in a timely manner, provide employees with leave information in accordance with state and federal laws, and track and report on leaves.
Administer COBRA, including notice distribution, enrollment, termination, and updates as required by law.
Partner with Facilities and EHS to support OSHA compliance and safety initiatives, assist with programs, policies, and procedures, and actively participate on the safety committee.
Develop, maintain, and annually review process documentation for benefits and wellness activities, updating it as necessary and supporting cross-training.