Specialist, Benefit

Archdiocese of St. Louis•Webster Groves, MO

15d

About The Position

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Job SummaryThe Benefits Specialist is responsible to administer employee benefits programs, including health and welfare plans, retirement programs, and leaves of absence. They participate in annual open enrollment, process new hire enrollments, qualifying life events, and approve benefit tasks. The Benefits Specialist supports the Archdiocese of St. Louis employees with benefit enrollment in the HRIS and manages the full employee leave process. The role oversees all types of leave including FMLA, Parental leave and personal leave.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience)
2+ years of experience in benefits administration, leave administration, or HR generalist with a focus on benefits and/or leave
Knowledge of federal and state leave laws (ie, FMLA, ADA, etc.) and employee benefits regulations
Proficient in HRIS and benefits administration system, Microsoft Office skills required
Collaborative team member and highly organized
Strong communication skills and ability to work with employees at all levels
High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

Nice To Haves

HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, CEBS, etc) is a plus

Responsibilities

Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans per plan documents
Be a point of contact for benefits related inquiries, providing employees with information and guidance on benefits options
Support HR system benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policy
Support Business Managers and other administrative roles throughout the Archdiocese with benefits processes
Provide support for the Archdiocese Benefits Committee, assisting with communication, scheduling, and recording of minutes
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion
Maintain accurate benefits and leave resources on the Benefits webpage and in print form
Support HR with other projects as needed, including wellness programs and benefits communications
Administer leave information and act as the primary point of contact for employees applying for and using FMLA, Parental, and unpaid leaves
Maintain digital records for leave cases, using templates created to support the complete leave event and return
Ensure timely communication with employees and supervisors regarding leave status
Develop and maintain FMLA and Leave training materials and Quick Reference Guides