Sr Benefits Specialist
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Bethpage has a commitment to excellence and the highest standards of member service. Our values and behaviors are critical to the success and growth of the business and they were all created with a unique cultural foundation. To review our values and behaviors, please visit The Brand is YouThe estimated salary range for this role is $34.23/hr. to $47.92/hr.Employee Benefits, Wellness Programs and Leave Management Administration:In collaboration with the Assistant Manager, design, development, and administer employee health and welfare programs including but not limited to: health insurance, retirement plans, leave management, wellbeing and other company-sponsored benefits. Lead Open Enrollment initiatives and employee on-boardingStay current with industry trends and best practices to ensure all benefits programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations.Prepare annual benefits budgets and benefit analysis/reporting and projection. Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding benefits, providing timely and accurate information. Facilitates the leave process, encompassing FMLA, ADA, STD, and LTD, by collaborating with various stakeholders, including employees, managers, insurance providers, employee relations, and payroll. Responsible for development and execution of Employee Wellness Program. Establish initiatives and programs that help employees attain optimal health (mental, financial, etc.). Organizes wellness events and provides resources for employeesCompliance, Audits, and Workers Compensation:Participate and lead in regulatory audits and filings, including 5500 filing, ACA, and non-discrimination testing. Assist with broker and external vendor partnerships. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws regarding employee benefits and payroll regulations. Support payroll team on audit requests.Partner with the external Workers' Compensation carrier to manage and oversee workers' compensation claims throughout the claims process Payroll Administration:Process bi-weekly payroll for multi-state workforce. employer, ensuring timely and accurate payroll distribution. Ensure accurate data entry and quality, process documentation, & reporting. Serve as a point of contact on payroll related questions.Partner with compensation team on FLSA and compensation programs.System Improvement:Lead initiatives to introduce new benefits programs and payroll technologies that enhance the employee experience.Continuously evaluate and improve benefits and payroll processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate with HCMS to identify and implement innovative solutions.Develop and document standard operating procedures for benefits and payrollEncourage a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the HR team.Employee Engagement and Support:Foster a positive employee experience by providing exceptional service and support.Recommend and implement efforts to increase engagement by conducting feedback sessions (Lunch & Learns, Watercoolers, Office Hours, etc.) to identify areas for improvement in benefits and payroll services. Leads coordination and participate in HR events.Conducts analyses to review initiatives success and identify opportunities for improvement. Handle problems and non-routine situations by determining the approach or action to take and interprets guidelines, procedures, policies, and practices. L&D/DEI:Partner with the Learning and Development & Organizational Development team to identify training needs around benefits & payroll. Promote a culture of continuous learning and growth. Collaborate with the Diversity and Inclusion team to ensure that benefit offerings are diverse, equitable, and inclusive.Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is crucial for creating reports, presentations, and analyzing data. Familiarity with HCMS (UKG Pro preferred) and data analysis toolsCertifications: CEBS, CPP, SHRM and/or PHR preferred