Benefits Specialist

Benefits SpecialistOur excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.Position DescriptionWe are looking for a Benefits Specialist to join our Human Resources team in our Taylor, MI office. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field with 0-2 years of experience. We are seeking detail-oriented candidates with excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills. Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to take initiative and adapt to changing priorities. A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule is available after 90 days of employment.Typical responsibilities include:Maintain accurate and confidential employee records including health benefit enrollment details and changes in the benefit enrollment systemFollow up with employees to obtain and review required documentation for health benefit changesIdentify and resolve issues/discrepancies with our benefit enrollment system vendorProvide education to employees and assist with their health benefit enrollment and life event questionsEnsure that health benefit contributions are accurately reflected in payrollLead wellness/well-being initiativesPrepare various health benefit invoices and reportsAssist with annual open enrollment communication and tasksAssist with research and analyzing trends to maintain an attractive benefit package to recruit and retain employeesAssist the Corporate HR Group with specified projects and programsMaintain a safe working environmentEducation: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related fieldSkills/Experience:0-2 years of experience is requiredContinuing education is preferred (ie PHR or related)About Wade TrimWade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We've been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm's future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least three days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.To solve our clients' toughest challenges, we've devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients' needs.Wade Trim's success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.