Benefits Administrator (Part-Time) - Corporate
Chickasaw Nation Industries

Job Info

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It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

SUMMARY

The Benefits Administrator (Part-Time) performs general benefits duties in support of Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI). In addition to assisting employees, this position is responsible for administering all aspects of employee benefit plans, including 401k, health, dental, vision, FSA/dependent care, disability, life, EAP and COBRA. Assists employees and management with benefits questions, information and needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Administers all aspects of employee benefit plans, including 401k, health, dental, vision, FSA/dependent care, disability, life, EAP and COBRA.

Works closely with employees to resolve claim issues, acting as a liaison between the employee and the benefit provider contacts. Uses expertise to ensure the employee understands the results from carrier.

Helps the employee with any available options or alternatives.

Responds to questions, provides accurate information, and follows up on concerns and issues. Ensures confidentiality, consistency and thorough documentation.

Audits employee processes in Workday to ensure compliance and necessary information and documentation is provided.

Monitors benefit plan performance, and reports findings to the Benefits Committee.

Works closely with accounting and payroll department to ensure correct and timely plan expense charges, as well as payroll withholdings for premium payments.

Processes vendor invoices and prepares self-billing reports for insurance.

Ensures compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations paying close attention to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Completes employment verifications, assists investigators with background investigations by meeting with investigator, verifying investigator's identification and authority. Also, provides requested documentation for review by the investigator, ensuring that no documentation is removed from the file.

Prepares and distributes reports for new hires, terminations, and rehires on a weekly basis.

Maintains databases and updates systems with benefit changes. Creates and prepares requested benefits reports, both scheduled and ad hoc.

Administers COBRA. Tracks eligibility, funds and compliance. Acts as a liaison between terminated employees, insurance companies and Cobra administrator.
Assists in the preparation and may executes Benefits training programs.

Follows established policies and procedures and recommends change when needed.

Assists with acquisitions and transitions as needed.

Responsible for aiding in own self-development by being available and receptive to all training made available by the company.

Plans daily activities within the guidelines of company policy, job description and supervisor's instruction in such a way as to maximize personal output.

Responsible for keeping own immediate work area in a neat and orderly condition to ensure safety of self and coworkers. Will report any unsafe conditions and/or practices to the appropriate supervisor and human resources. Will immediately correct any unsafe conditions to the best of own ability.

CNI CORE COMPETENCIES

Responsible for the integration of CNI Core Competencies into daily functions, including: commitment to integrity, knowledge / quality of work, supporting financial goals of the company, initiative / motivation, cooperation / relationships, problem analysis / discretion, accomplishing goals through organization, positive oral / written communication skills, leadership abilities, commitment to Affirmative Action, reliability / dependability, flexibility and ownership / accountability of actions taken.

COMPLIANCE

Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance with all applicable rules (federal, state, local, Federal Acquisition Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations, Prime Contract requirements, etc.) for themselves and the company as a whole. Fosters an environment in which they will report any violations or reasonably suspected violation of CNI policy, FAR, and/or CFR and are comfortable discussing the myriad compliance, conflict, FAR, CFR, etc. issues that arise during the performance of a government contract.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and minimum of two (2) years relevant Benefits/ Human Resources experience.

CERTIFICATES / LICENSES / REGISTRATION

Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred, but not required.

JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Operational knowledge and understanding of Human Resources / Benefits programs, processes, policies, records management requirements, and related government regulations.

Working knowledge of automated HRIS database systems and processes.

Skilled proficiency utilizing Microsoft Windows, Workday and Office programs (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).

Knowledgeable as to full array of employee benefits (i.e., insurances, leave, retirement, worker's compensation, overtime pay, etc.).

Excellent verbal and written communications skills with ability to create effective reports and presentations.

Exceptional customer service skills with ability to receive and provide information with clarity, courtesy and tact.

Ability to apply good listening skills and to handle unusual or complex situations with a calm and focused approach.

Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to take initiative in carrying out recurring assignments and to work independently within the framework established by the supervisor

Detail-oriented with ability to organize work, set priorities and handle multiple priorities and responsibilities.

Ability to work independently or in a team environment towards the successful achievement of goals.

Ability to efficiently multi-task and to meet specified deadlines.

Ability to learn and apply new knowledge in a fast-paced environment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Ability to effectively use interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written and/or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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