Schnuck Markets
Benefits Administrator
Schnuck Markets, St Louis, Missouri, United States,
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The benefits administrator position is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life and disability insurance, flexible spending plan, health savings accounts, retirement plans, etc.). This position provides excellent customer service and designs quality benefits plans. The administrator continually investigates new benefits programs, improves existing programs, and supervises and monitors benefits administration.
This role requires 4 days in office for up to 6 months to learn the role and then will be able to shift to 3 days a week in office and 2 days remote. This role is located in St Louis, Missouri.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIESCoordinate daily benefits processing for assigned benefits. Handle enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, Qualified Domestic Relation Orders, Qualified Medical Child Support Orders, distributions, loans, hardships and compliance testing.Coordinate transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums and plan administration.Serves as primary contact and liaison for plan vendors and third-party administrators.Evaluate and revise internal processes for benefit programs to reduce costs and increase efficiency.Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes.Monitor administrative costs of benefits programs and assist in the monitoring, verifying and reconciling of budgeted funds.Utilizing Workday as a support tool, audit the accuracy and performance of the benefits functions, performs plan audits; prepares, collects and organizes data for actuarial assessments. Primary teammate to develop, configure and maintain the benefits component of the Workday system.Handles benefit inquiries and complaints to ensure quick, equitable, and courteous resolution.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Required Education: Associate's Degree/Junior College.Other Requirements: 1 - 3 years of Human Resources / Employee Benefits or related field experience may be used in lieu of degree. Bachelor's degree, PHR or CEBS preferred.Years of Experience: 3 to 5 yearsREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge
Knowledge of laws and regulations of benefit plans.Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.Must have good working knowledge of Excel, Access, and Microsoft Word.Knowledge of HRIS systems.Skills & Abilities
Excellent communication and organization skills.Strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of HR principles.Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with teammates.Project management and experience.FORMAL POLICY SETTING
Makes recommendations to management.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
WalkingPrimarily sitting
StandingPrimarily sitting
LiftingUp to 25 lbs
Travel0-25%
Work EnvironmentStandard office environment with the ability to work remotely, and normal business hours. Some work outside of normal business hours may be required at certain times.
The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
Additional Requirements - Internal candidates:
Store/Facility Teammates: minimum of six months employment with Schnucks.Store Support Center Teammates: minimum of one year employment with Schnucks.Must be in good standing (not on a performance improvement plan or active discipline).If invited for an interview, must have manager approval based on performance.
Schnucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
JOB SUMMARY
The benefits administrator position is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life and disability insurance, flexible spending plan, health savings accounts, retirement plans, etc.). This position provides excellent customer service and designs quality benefits plans. The administrator continually investigates new benefits programs, improves existing programs, and supervises and monitors benefits administration.
This role requires 4 days in office for up to 6 months to learn the role and then will be able to shift to 3 days a week in office and 2 days remote. This role is located in St Louis, Missouri.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIESCoordinate daily benefits processing for assigned benefits. Handle enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, Qualified Domestic Relation Orders, Qualified Medical Child Support Orders, distributions, loans, hardships and compliance testing.Coordinate transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums and plan administration.Serves as primary contact and liaison for plan vendors and third-party administrators.Evaluate and revise internal processes for benefit programs to reduce costs and increase efficiency.Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes.Monitor administrative costs of benefits programs and assist in the monitoring, verifying and reconciling of budgeted funds.Utilizing Workday as a support tool, audit the accuracy and performance of the benefits functions, performs plan audits; prepares, collects and organizes data for actuarial assessments. Primary teammate to develop, configure and maintain the benefits component of the Workday system.Handles benefit inquiries and complaints to ensure quick, equitable, and courteous resolution.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Required Education: Associate's Degree/Junior College.Other Requirements: 1 - 3 years of Human Resources / Employee Benefits or related field experience may be used in lieu of degree. Bachelor's degree, PHR or CEBS preferred.Years of Experience: 3 to 5 yearsREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge
Knowledge of laws and regulations of benefit plans.Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.Must have good working knowledge of Excel, Access, and Microsoft Word.Knowledge of HRIS systems.Skills & Abilities
Excellent communication and organization skills.Strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of HR principles.Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with teammates.Project management and experience.FORMAL POLICY SETTING
Makes recommendations to management.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
WalkingPrimarily sitting
StandingPrimarily sitting
LiftingUp to 25 lbs
Travel0-25%
Work EnvironmentStandard office environment with the ability to work remotely, and normal business hours. Some work outside of normal business hours may be required at certain times.
The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
Additional Requirements - Internal candidates:
Store/Facility Teammates: minimum of six months employment with Schnucks.Store Support Center Teammates: minimum of one year employment with Schnucks.Must be in good standing (not on a performance improvement plan or active discipline).If invited for an interview, must have manager approval based on performance.
Schnucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.