Description

The Benefits Administrator will be working closely with the HR team to support all benefit based questions and administration the company's employees. The team is made up of a receptionist, H.R generalist, H.R director, and an administrator. The team averages around 700 employees. This person will need strong experience within CT Paid Leave, Open Enrollment, FMLA requests, and administering workers compensation insurance programs.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm -35 hour work week

Location: On-sight everyday in Hartford, CT

Software used: Excel, ADP

Employees: Around 400

Vaccine Required

Reports to: H.R Director, Dele Shell

Salary: Up to $65,000 Yearly

Job Description off website:

The purpose of this position is to serve as subject matter expert in all areas of benefit service delivery, compliance, leave management including FMLA and administration, Worker’s Compensation, OSHA reporting and specialized benefits related projects. Administers employee benefits and wellness programs and oversee leave management. Employee benefits may include health, dental, life and disability insurances, retirement and/or 401(k) plans, EAP, and worker’s compensation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

-Participate in the formulation of annual health and welfare benefits strategy, planning, coordination and implementation.

-Lead project coordinator for annual plan open enrollment, implementation and other deliverables. Coordinating with HRIS Manager open enrollment portal.

-Administer all benefits programs such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD and any other benefit offerings.

-Process associate enrollments for all benefit programs.

-Process associate enrollments and changes.

-COBRA administration and coordination for employees losing benefit coverage.

-ACA monthly monitoring and compliance.

-Administer the group life, dependent life, and group AD&D and Workers Compensation insurance programs. Answer associate questions and process benefit claims in coordination with the insurance carriers.

-Administration of FMLA requests and re-certifications for continual and/or intermittent leave, update spreadsheet, communicate with HR Generalist, payroll and employee’s manager.

-Administration of ADA requests for continual and/or intermittent leave, update spreadsheet, communicate HR Generalist, payroll and employee’s manager.

-Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations including those related to FMLA, ADA, ERISA.

Skills

Human resources, Benefits administration, open enrollment, CT paid Leave, fmla, Hris, Administration, cobra, ada, excel data entry, Insurance, benefits management,

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

-Education: Bachelor’s degree with course work emphasis in Human Resources Management or Business Administration, or related field.

-Minimum Years of Experience: Minimum of three years progressively responsible human resources administration experience that provides broad knowledge of benefits; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Experience working with HRIS systems and Microsoft applications required.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.10 - $35.22/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hartford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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