Human resource/benefits generalist - united states, philadelphia

Job summary:

the human resource/benefits generalist will assist with the daily functions of the human resource (hr) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

 

supervisory responsibilities:

none.

duties/responsibilities:

administer various employee benefits programs, such as group health, flexible spending accounts, dental and vision, accident and disability, life insurance, 401(k), and wellness benefits.

conduct benefits orientations and explain benefits self-enrollment system.

maintain employee benefits filing systems and ensure benefits changes are entered appropriately in payroll system for payroll deduction.

assist employees with health, dental, life and other related benefit claims.

verify the calculation of the monthly premium statements for all group insurance policies and maintain statistical data relative to premiums, claims and costs. resolve administrative problems with the carrier representatives.

administer cobra.

review and respond to unemployment claims with appropriate documentation. review monthly unemployment statements.

coordinate workers' compensation claims with third-party administrator. follow up on claims.

assist hr manager in obtaining statistics and information in renewal process of any health, life and retirement plans that benefit the company.

prepare and set up meetings designed to help employees obtain information and understand company benefits and other related incentive programs. ensure distribution of required employee notices.

recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.

conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.

assist in payroll function.

other duties as assigned.

required skills/abilities:

extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.

excellent written and verbal communication skills.

excellent organizational and time management skills.

proficient with microsoft office suite or similar software.

 education and experience:

high school diploma or ged and two years of experience in employee benefits administration.

physical requirements:

prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

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equal opportunity employer/veterans/disabled



the company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records

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