Inspirenola Charter Schools
Benefits Specialist
Inspirenola Charter Schools, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Job Details
Job Location: New Orleans, LA 70114
About InspireNOLA As the highest-performing open-admission charter network in the city of New Orleans, InspireNOLA is working to inspire and transform an educational movement where students can develop the academic and personal skills necessary to be prepared for college, their community, and the world. InspireNOLA currently operates seven public charter schools and educates over 5,500 students, the majority of whom are African American and qualify for free or reduced lunch. With a focus on providing outstanding instruction and differentiated support to meet the needs of all students, InspireNOLA is achieving outstanding results and is a model for excellence within the education community. The work of our team makes a profound and enduring contribution to the revitalization of New Orleans.
Lead the educational revolution. Defy the Odds. Join InspireNOLA.
Position Summary The Human Capital Benefits Specialist is responsible for benefits administration, including enrollments, terminations, invoicing, and compliance with federal, state and local regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures. The Benefits Specialist will serve as the liaison between employees, leadership and third-party providers as it pertains all aspects of the benefits program.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Manage and administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, COBRA, STD/LTD, life insurance, AD&D, Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Account, TRSL, 457B Deferred Compensation, wellness program, and other supplemental insurance
Primary employee and vendor point of contact for all employee benefit and leave concerns
Oversee the leave of absence process for workers’ compensation, short term disability, long-term disability, paid medical and military leaves, and FMLA
Maintain accurate records and collect all necessary documentation for the leave of absence process
Manage and oversee all areas of Workers’ Compensation requirements and compliances, which include the collection/processing and tracking of employee injury paperwork related to workers’ compensation claims and audits
Create and execute a plan to ensure a successful annual open enrollment process
Conduct benefit overview and orientation with all new hires
Ensure all employees (part-time/full-time) are in compliance with the regulations and specifications of the Affordable Care Act
Maintain an organized filing system and ensure personnel and medical files are up to date and accurate
Manage the administration of the Louisiana retirement systems (TRSL, LSERS, and LASERS), which includes enrolling and terminating employees, monthly and annual contribution corrections and updates, processing employee retirements, refunds and DROP
Responsible for accuracy of benefit invoices and necessary reconciliation and corrections
Constantly improve the efficiency of benefit processing and seek new benefits to provide across all levels
Lead in InspireNOLA’s Tuition Reimbursement Program
Position Qualifications & Competencies
Belief in the mission and values of InspireNOLA
Two or more years of prior experience working in benefits administration, including ACA (strongly preferred)
Familiarity with Paycom system (strongly preferred)
Enjoys being part of a team and consistently operates with a customer-service oriented mindset
Demonstrates a consistent ability to work efficiently, and can effectively organize, plan, and prioritize tasks (daily/weekly/long-term)
Bachelor's degree (preferred)
Maintains strong attention to detail and high work standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook (required)
Compensation & Benefits Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as TRSL, our employer retirement contribution, is included.
InspireNOLA is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
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About InspireNOLA As the highest-performing open-admission charter network in the city of New Orleans, InspireNOLA is working to inspire and transform an educational movement where students can develop the academic and personal skills necessary to be prepared for college, their community, and the world. InspireNOLA currently operates seven public charter schools and educates over 5,500 students, the majority of whom are African American and qualify for free or reduced lunch. With a focus on providing outstanding instruction and differentiated support to meet the needs of all students, InspireNOLA is achieving outstanding results and is a model for excellence within the education community. The work of our team makes a profound and enduring contribution to the revitalization of New Orleans.
Lead the educational revolution. Defy the Odds. Join InspireNOLA.
Position Summary The Human Capital Benefits Specialist is responsible for benefits administration, including enrollments, terminations, invoicing, and compliance with federal, state and local regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures. The Benefits Specialist will serve as the liaison between employees, leadership and third-party providers as it pertains all aspects of the benefits program.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Manage and administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, COBRA, STD/LTD, life insurance, AD&D, Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Account, TRSL, 457B Deferred Compensation, wellness program, and other supplemental insurance
Primary employee and vendor point of contact for all employee benefit and leave concerns
Oversee the leave of absence process for workers’ compensation, short term disability, long-term disability, paid medical and military leaves, and FMLA
Maintain accurate records and collect all necessary documentation for the leave of absence process
Manage and oversee all areas of Workers’ Compensation requirements and compliances, which include the collection/processing and tracking of employee injury paperwork related to workers’ compensation claims and audits
Create and execute a plan to ensure a successful annual open enrollment process
Conduct benefit overview and orientation with all new hires
Ensure all employees (part-time/full-time) are in compliance with the regulations and specifications of the Affordable Care Act
Maintain an organized filing system and ensure personnel and medical files are up to date and accurate
Manage the administration of the Louisiana retirement systems (TRSL, LSERS, and LASERS), which includes enrolling and terminating employees, monthly and annual contribution corrections and updates, processing employee retirements, refunds and DROP
Responsible for accuracy of benefit invoices and necessary reconciliation and corrections
Constantly improve the efficiency of benefit processing and seek new benefits to provide across all levels
Lead in InspireNOLA’s Tuition Reimbursement Program
Position Qualifications & Competencies
Belief in the mission and values of InspireNOLA
Two or more years of prior experience working in benefits administration, including ACA (strongly preferred)
Familiarity with Paycom system (strongly preferred)
Enjoys being part of a team and consistently operates with a customer-service oriented mindset
Demonstrates a consistent ability to work efficiently, and can effectively organize, plan, and prioritize tasks (daily/weekly/long-term)
Bachelor's degree (preferred)
Maintains strong attention to detail and high work standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook (required)
Compensation & Benefits Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as TRSL, our employer retirement contribution, is included.
InspireNOLA is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
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