Our client, a family-owned organization in the maritime industry, is looking for a Benefits Specialist to join their team. With a strong presence in the Pacific Northwest and a focus on investing in their people, this is a great opportunity to join a tight-knit team with an employee-focused culture.
The Benefits Specialist manages company-wide benefits programs, serving as a trusted HR resource for employees and leadership while ensuring accurate administration, regulatory compliance, and a positive employee experience. This role requires strong benefits expertise paired with an employee-centered approach, providing clear, hands‑on guidance and high-quality support through onboarding, benefits, claims, and leave processes.
Benefits Specialist Responsibilities
Oversee and manage company-wide benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, and wellness initiatives.
Administer employee leaves of absence and workers’ compensation, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Lead benefits-related onboarding, open enrollment, and employee education efforts.
Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and vendors regarding benefits questions, claims, and coverage issues.
Maintain accurate benefits documentation, policies, and resources, ensuring compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and state regulations.
Partner with internal teams to address benefits-related concerns, support audits, filings, and compliance reporting, and recommend program improvements.
Benefits Specialist Qualifications
At least 5 years of experience in benefits administration, with ownership of benefits and leave programs.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (HR or Benefit related certification is a plus)
Experience managing programs for mid-sized companies
Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, OSHA, and state leave laws.
Excellent communication, project management, and analytical skills.
Able to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of the organization.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
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The Benefits Specialist manages company-wide benefits programs, serving as a trusted HR resource for employees and leadership while ensuring accurate administration, regulatory compliance, and a positive employee experience. This role requires strong benefits expertise paired with an employee-centered approach, providing clear, hands‑on guidance and high-quality support through onboarding, benefits, claims, and leave processes.
Benefits Specialist Responsibilities
Oversee and manage company-wide benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, and wellness initiatives.
Administer employee leaves of absence and workers’ compensation, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Lead benefits-related onboarding, open enrollment, and employee education efforts.
Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and vendors regarding benefits questions, claims, and coverage issues.
Maintain accurate benefits documentation, policies, and resources, ensuring compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and state regulations.
Partner with internal teams to address benefits-related concerns, support audits, filings, and compliance reporting, and recommend program improvements.
Benefits Specialist Qualifications
At least 5 years of experience in benefits administration, with ownership of benefits and leave programs.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (HR or Benefit related certification is a plus)
Experience managing programs for mid-sized companies
Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, OSHA, and state leave laws.
Excellent communication, project management, and analytical skills.
Able to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of the organization.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
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