ESS
Benefits Manager
ESS, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955
Benefits ManagerAt ESS our motto is, "Every day counts!" We take opportunities every day to grow and better our company as well as our employees.OVERVIEW:
The Benefits Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization's benefits programs, including program administration, compliance management, vendor management, and employee communication. The successful candidate will also oversee the Benefits Administration team.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Oversee all employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, and wellness benefits, ensuring they meet organizational goals and employee needs.Assigns tasks and responsibilities to the benefits administration team, facilitating solutions when needed.Supervise the process for handling ADA-related inquiries, ensuring timely and effective resolution.Analyze monthly insurance billing invoices to ensure records are up to date and investigate and resolve any discrepancies.Ensure that all benefits programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations, such as ERISA, ACA, and HIPAA.Create and update benefits-related policies and procedures to reflect changes in regulations and organizational needs.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:Oversee daily operations of the benefits administration team.Identify training needs, provide coaching and mentoring, and facilitate professional development opportunities for team members.
QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of 3 years previous benefits experience required1 year of previous management experienceFamiliarity with employment laws and compliance requirementsHighly detail orientedMulti-taskerTeam-playerStrong Microsoft Excel knowledge
ESS ADVANTAGES:Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD)401(k)PTO (vacation, sick, personal)Mental Health DayVolunteer time off
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.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly stands, walks, sits, uses hands to finger, handle, or feel, reaches with hands and arms, talk or hear.
VISION REQUIREMENTS -
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) to work on the computer.
WORK ENVIRONMENT -
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.This position works in an environment with moderate noise level. (Examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic.)Note:
Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons, with or without notice. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.About ESS
ESS specializes in placing qualified K-12 personnel in daily, long-term, and permanent school district positions, including substitute teachers, aides, and other school support staff. With more than 900 school district partners across the country, ESS supports the education of more than 5.5 million students daily. Since 2000, we have helped improve student achievement by providing innovative solutions to school districts and professional opportunities to passionate educators. Our employees enjoy benefits, comprehensive training, flexible work schedules, and professional development. Visit ESS.com to learn more about joining a team that makes a difference, every day.
ESS Diversity Statement
ESS continuously works to create an environment where all its employees - regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, age, or abilities - can work to the fullest of their potential in a fair and welcoming space. Believing that a diverse company is more innovative and successful, we have embraced diversity to ensure that we are empowered to ensure that "Every Day Counts" for our employees, the students, and the schools we serve nationwide.
ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
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The Benefits Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization's benefits programs, including program administration, compliance management, vendor management, and employee communication. The successful candidate will also oversee the Benefits Administration team.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Oversee all employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, and wellness benefits, ensuring they meet organizational goals and employee needs.Assigns tasks and responsibilities to the benefits administration team, facilitating solutions when needed.Supervise the process for handling ADA-related inquiries, ensuring timely and effective resolution.Analyze monthly insurance billing invoices to ensure records are up to date and investigate and resolve any discrepancies.Ensure that all benefits programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations, such as ERISA, ACA, and HIPAA.Create and update benefits-related policies and procedures to reflect changes in regulations and organizational needs.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:Oversee daily operations of the benefits administration team.Identify training needs, provide coaching and mentoring, and facilitate professional development opportunities for team members.
QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of 3 years previous benefits experience required1 year of previous management experienceFamiliarity with employment laws and compliance requirementsHighly detail orientedMulti-taskerTeam-playerStrong Microsoft Excel knowledge
ESS ADVANTAGES:Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD)401(k)PTO (vacation, sick, personal)Mental Health DayVolunteer time off
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.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly stands, walks, sits, uses hands to finger, handle, or feel, reaches with hands and arms, talk or hear.
VISION REQUIREMENTS -
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) to work on the computer.
WORK ENVIRONMENT -
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.This position works in an environment with moderate noise level. (Examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic.)Note:
Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons, with or without notice. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.About ESS
ESS specializes in placing qualified K-12 personnel in daily, long-term, and permanent school district positions, including substitute teachers, aides, and other school support staff. With more than 900 school district partners across the country, ESS supports the education of more than 5.5 million students daily. Since 2000, we have helped improve student achievement by providing innovative solutions to school districts and professional opportunities to passionate educators. Our employees enjoy benefits, comprehensive training, flexible work schedules, and professional development. Visit ESS.com to learn more about joining a team that makes a difference, every day.
ESS Diversity Statement
ESS continuously works to create an environment where all its employees - regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, age, or abilities - can work to the fullest of their potential in a fair and welcoming space. Believing that a diverse company is more innovative and successful, we have embraced diversity to ensure that we are empowered to ensure that "Every Day Counts" for our employees, the students, and the schools we serve nationwide.
ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
INDCORP