Benefits Specialist

Description

• Process benefit premium payments and maintain accurate tracking records.
• Track leave balances, documentation, and certification deadlines.
• Complete required forms (e.g., EDD) and maintain organized, confidential leave files.
• Administer health benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability plans.
• Review benefits paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
• Communicate leave status and return-to-work updates to employees and managers.
• Coordinate with benefit carriers and third-party administrators to resolve issues and process claims.
• Educate employees on benefit options, eligibility, and coverage; assist with open enrollment, new hire onboarding, life event changes, and terminations.
• Maintain accurate benefits records and update HRIS and payroll systems.
• Monitor employee status changes and update eligibility in HRIS.
• Manage leave requests in compliance with FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA, and company policy.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Experience with HRIS systems and benefits platforms.
• High School diploma required; AA degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of HR processes, benefits administration, and leave regulations (FMLA, CFRA, ADA, PDL).
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Customer service orientation with empathy and professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays per year
• Flexible Spending Program
• Paid time off
• Company paid malpractice insurance for all providers
• Paid sick leave
• Professional development hours offered annually
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance