Benefits Specialist

Benefit SpecialistPenn 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.QualificationsEducation: 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 requiredRequired skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlinesWell-developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.Ability to present technical and complex information in an understandable way at all levels of the organizationStrong partnering skills with internal and external partners/vendorsAbility to work effectively in an open office environmentDemonstrated passion for helping employees achieve well-being and understanding of system-wide benefits and retirement programsBroad knowledge of retirement plans, IRS, ERISA regulations and fiduciary basicsKnowledge of retirement and benefits administration processes and proceduresProven track record of increasing responsibilityStrong analytical and problem resolution skillsStrong computer skills including high proficiency in MSOfficeWhat We OfferCompetitive CompensationShift DifferentialProfessional DevelopmentSupportive and Experienced PeersBenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision offered after completion of introductory periodPaid Time Off403(b) retirement plan with company matchCompany Paid Short & Long Term disability coverageCompany Paid and Voluntary Life InsuranceFlex Spending AccountEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Health & Wellness Programs