Benefits & Leave Specialist

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in benefits administration.
• Benefits-specific certifications such as Certified Employee Benefit Specialist or Group Benefits Associate a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of employee benefit programs, leave administration, and applicable laws and regulations, including COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, and applicable state leave requirements.
• Working knowledge of payroll practices, taxation, and the interaction between payroll, benefits, and leave administration.
• Able to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee information.
• Strong organizational, case management, prioritization, and follow-through skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
• Effective research, problem-solving, and analytical skills with the ability to interpret policies, investigate issues, and recommend appropriate next steps.
• Strong proficiency with HRIS, payroll, benefits administration, case management, and standard office technology and systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain complex policies and procedures.
• Able to represent the bank in a professional and positive manner.
• Able to maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with a company match
• PTO & 11 1/2 Paid Holidays