Benefits Admin Specialist - Chicago, IL

Job Description ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we’re calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient. We’re powered by purpose‑driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies. Primary Purpose Provide subject matter expertise in the Exelon Health & Welfare Plans and the administration of these Plans, including COBRA, Retiree Health care, disability, FSA/HSA, severance, tuition assistance, adoption and additional plans and programs. Responsibilities include vendor management to assure that the Exelon Plans are administered accurately and in compliance with all applicable Plan and compliance requirements; and providing direction to vendors on processes/participant issues; assuring HW deduction payroll processing accuracy; serving as a contact for HR questions and assistance on escalated participant issues; research for benefits appeals; severance benefits administration, and speaking with new executives on the H&W benefits enrollment process. Primary Duties Develop and maintain subject matter expertise in the Exelon H&W Plans and programs, including HR Data and participant benefits eligibility. Manage and direct Third‑party Administrators to assure high‑quality on‑time deliverables, compliance with contractual performance standards, Plan requirements, and applicable legislation. Manage projects such as executive LTD enrollment, group severance, etc. Oversee benefits‑related processing of deductions, arrears, refunds, and payroll reconciliations, making and validating corrections as necessary. Provide governance to sub‑contractor team members performing benefits operations activities (disability certifications/forfeitures, LTD termination communication, severance communications, adoption reimbursement, etc.). Assist business units, TPAs, and the Employee Service Center in resolving escalated participant issues regarding plan design and administration. Provide benefits legal research on participant appeals. Job Scope Develop/update complete and clear documentation. Analyze data and issues to perform basic reconciliations or identify issues. Work in a team environment. Interface with and manage 2 to 6 external vendors for accurate, on‑time deliverables, including data interfaces. Make independent decisions within the scope of the job, collecting appropriate information and using good judgement. Work with Third‑party Administrators and participants as needed to resolve escalated cases and implement changes. Auto req ID : 471673BR Minimum Education Required : High School/GED Job Category : Human Resources Additional Qualifications / Responsibilities Minimum Qualifications : 4‑year degree (or equivalent experience) and a minimum of 2 years Health & Welfare employee benefits experience. Project management skills. Excellent customer service skills with strong communication skills. Ability to navigate and deliver results‑oriented work, meeting established deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Strong oral and written communication skills to provide information that is delivered, received, understood and results in action. Ability to make decisions based on analysis of relevant information, identifying problems, root cause analysis, corrective actions. Strong commitment to teamwork with the ability to work with others to achieve common goals. Experience applying sound management principles to maintain workflows, create change and shift paradigms. Ability to manage and schedule own work to complete on time with high quality. Intermediate Excel skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations accurately. Preferred Qualifications Certified Employee Benefits Specialist Health & Welfare/401(k) benefits coursework completed. Experience in Corporate Benefits or Third‑party Administrator work in benefits administration. Benefits Annual salary: $61,600 - $84,700 per year, based on skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors. Annual bonus for eligible positions: 10% 401(k) match and annual company contribution. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Life and disability insurance. Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave. Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support. Well‑being programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement. Referral bonus program. And much more. City : Chicago State : Illinois Job Code : Operations Specialist Affiliate Sponsor : Exelon Corporation Salary Range : $60,000 - $75,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr VetJobs