Benefit Specialist

Penn Highlands Healthcare has been awarded on the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statistica Inc., the world leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. Benefits Specialist is responsible for hands‑on, day‑to‑day administration of all benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life & disability as well as Defined Contribution 403(b) and 401(k), 457(b) and 457 (f) and Defined Benefit Pension Plans system wide. Ensures all benefit plan activities are completed timely and in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures. Acts as a liaison for employees and plan vendors as it relates to system-wide benefits and retirement programs to ensure the overall success of the Benefits Department by contributing and monitoring specific individual goals, plans, ensuring that initiatives are executed and delivered. Qualifications Education: Associates Degree in HR or related field, experience and other training may be substituted for education. Experience: 3 to 5 years of HR and/or benefit plan administration required Required skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines Well-developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to present technical and complex information in an understandable way at all levels of the organization Strong partnering skills with internal and external partners/vendors Ability to work effectively in an open office environment Demonstrated passion for helping employees achieve well‑being and understanding of system‑wide benefits and retirement programs Broad knowledge of retirement plans, IRS, ERISA regulations and fiduciary basics Knowledge of retirement and benefits administration processes and procedures Proven track record of increasing responsibility Strong analytical and problem resolution skills Strong computer skills including high proficiency in MSOffice What We Offer Competitive Compensation Shift Differential Professional Development Supportive and Experienced Peers Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision offered after completion of introductory period Paid Time Off 403(b) retirement plan with company match Company Paid Short & Long Term disability coverage Company Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Flex Spending Account Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health & Wellness Programs #J-18808-Ljbffr