Benefits Specialist Iii

Job Description

BIW is looking to hire a Benefits Specialist III that has a strong analytical skill set and ability to support programs across all Benefit areas.

This individual will be responsible for:

• Providing project management support across Benefits areas including leave administration, medical/dental/vision insurance and retirement. Act as project lead and drive projects to successful completion.
• Providing counsel to employees/participants on benefits related issues/questions and/or refers employees to service providers as appropriate including coverage for walk-ins and telephonic and email support.
• Supports subject matter experts and is required to deliver routine reporting as assigned and respond to ad hoc reporting requests. Troubleshoots and resolves data discrepancies, and/or escalate as necessary.
• Act as the primary backup to Senior and Principal Benefits Specialists.
• Participate in vendor management for suite of health and welfare vendors.
• Support HR projects and Initiatives. Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in the efficiency of department and services performed.

Required/Preferred Education/Training

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Business/HR Management or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Required/Preferred Experience

• Advanced computer skills with working experience, knowledge of Microsoft Office products and Windows based programs.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft programs including Excel.
• Track record of clear, effective and engaging public speaking and/or training experience with varied target audiences required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in the administration of employee benefit plans, specifically retirement plans preferred.
• 3-5 years’ customer service experience preferred.
• Experience with database management preferred.
• Experience working in a union and/or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with HR information systems (e.g. PeopleSoft) preferred.