HR Generalist - Benefits Administrator

Position summary:The Benefits Administrator position is an integral part of the Human Resources Department in our efforts to provide comprehensive benefits to our employees. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day administration of all Benefits throughout the organization. The Benefits Administrator will administer Benefits programs to ensure compliance and effective implementation of all coverage levels. Responsibilities include answering and resolving employee questions and problems by interpreting benefits policies and procedures. Spearhead and collaborate with the HRIS Analyst on Open Enrollments and serves as liaison between the employees, insurance companies and brokers.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Communicate Benefits Eligibility and Enrollment to the staffPresent on benefits packages during new hire onboarding meetingsManage annual open enrollment, including preparation and delivery of all associated communicationWork with plan providers on electronic file feed updates to ensure accuracy of informationManage employee benefit plans and programs, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision insurance and life insurance, commuter benefits, retirement benefitsResolve escalated employee questions and problems by interpreting benefits policies and procedures; ensure quick, equitable, courteous resolutionOther Duties and Responsibilities:Serve as a back-up to review and process Leave of Absences (LOA) per federal and state laws.Serve as a back-up to update HR LOA tracker and other authorized absence logsProcess Worker’s Compensation claimsAssist with annual compliance filings such as ACA, OSHA Form 300, 300a and 30, EEO-1 reporting.Assist with the audit and filing of the Form 5500Serve as a back-up to ensure timely compliance of COBRA administrationAssist the Chief Human Resources Officer with the renewal of annual benefitsAssist with Short Term and long-term disabilityEnsure that all employee enrollments and contributions are processed timely & accuratelyPrepare and maintain human resources and employee benefits data and reports as neededReconcile monthly benefits invoicesEnsure accurate billing charged for covered employees, including tracking creditsMaintain and review Commuter Benefits programReview and approve benefits enrollment in the HRIS portalOther related duties as assignedNew Hire Onboarding/Training/OtherManage & conduct Benefits section of the New Hire OrientationStreamline and update Benefits PresentationMaintain New Hire Orientation Benefits section of PresentationMinimal Qualifications:High School Diploma with 5+ years’ experience.Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or other related field with 2-3 years’ experience.Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required with 1-2 years’ experience.Fluency in both verbal and written communication in Spanish a plusOther Qualifications:Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to prioritize tasksAbility to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.Ability to be proactive, to anticipate issues and to react in a timely manner.Ability to excel in a very fast-paced environment.Experience in the administration of benefits and other Human Resources recognition and engagement programs and processes.Physical Requirements:Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift to 5 pounds at timesMust be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilitiesStrong understanding of the NYC homeless shelter system (including working knowledgeProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Compensation and BenefitsBase salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of New York State and City pay transparency laws. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individuals’ competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role.CompensationThe base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $65,000.00 to $68,958.50BenefitsAAPCI provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental and VisionCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (23 days)Life InsuranceLong Term DisabilityRetirement Benefits Plan (403B)You may also get your college student debt forgiven tax free on Federal Direct Loans created under the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, PSLF, if you work full-time and after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a Qualifying Repayment Plan.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerAAPCI is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity to all qualified applicants without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr African American Planning Commission Inc