Employee Benefits Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Benefits Administrator to join a great company in the Birmingham area. This role is responsible for directing and planning the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs.

Hours: 1st shift

Pay: $19.00

Responsibilities for the Benefits Administrator :

• Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, and supplemental benefits.
• Coordinating and processing benefit enrollments, changes, qualifying life events, and terminations.
• Oversee benefits files, records management, and payroll-related benefits updates to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct employee benefits orientations and assist employees with benefit-related questions and issues.
• Assist with annual open enrollment planning and employee communication campaigns.
• Research employee benefits plans and vendors to identify programs that provide the best value and align with organizational needs.
• Design, recommend, and assist in implementing new or enhanced employee benefits programs and wellness initiatives.
• Negotiate with benefits vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators regarding services, pricing, and plan offerings.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits vendors, carriers, and plan administrators.
• Coordinate the transfer and reconciliation of benefits-related data between vendors, payroll, HRIS, and internal departments.
• Administer leave programs including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers’ compensation coordination, and other approved leaves of absence.
• Track employee leave balances and maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Coordinate interactive process documentation and employee communications related to leave and accommodations.
• Assist with ACA tracking, COBRA notifications, annual audits, and required reporting.

Qualifications Required for Benefits Administrator :

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in benefits administration, HR operations, or related HR support role.
• Experience administering employee benefit programs and leave management processes.
• Working Knowledge of FMLA, FLSA, EEO, COBRA, ACA, HIPAA, ADA, and related employment regulations.
• Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.
• Experience within public sector, transportation, unionized, or multi-site environments preferred.

All qualified and interested Benefits Administrator candidates please submit resumes for immediate review to Whittney Taylor at View email address on ziprecruiter.com or call View phone number on ziprecruiter.com for more information

Snelling Staffing Services, with over 75 years of staffing expertise, specializes in clerical, administrative, professional and industrial positions, permanent and temporary. There's never a fee or contract for our candidates! Snelling Staffing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Snelling Staffing Services is a drug-free workplace.