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Benefits Specialist, Americas

International SOS, Houston, TX, United States


Company Description International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc.delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com

Job Description The Benefits Specialist will support all activities related to the design, implementation, and administration of the International SOS benefits programs in the Americas Region.

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Partnering with benefits administration vendor to administer the health & welfare employee benefit programs with regards to open enrollment and customer service.

Managing the administration of the company’s leave programs. Serve as primary contact for leave management partner.

Regularly auditing 401k plan to ensure proper administration. Responsible for timely completion and submission of required reports, such as annual Form 5500. Provide information to consultants and auditors for testing and preparation of reports.

Assisting in the planning, development, implementation and monitoring of company-wide total well-being initiatives.

Maintaining knowledge of and analyze government regulations, compensation and benefit program trends, and prevailing practices among similar organizations.

Ensuring compliance of benefits administration with federal and state laws, including IRS and Department of Labor regulations.

Coordinating communication of benefits information to all audiences.

Coordinating HRIS activities relating to benefits and vendor interfaces. Serve as first point of contact for troubleshooting any issues that arise.

Running basic reports/queries for benefit research

Qualifications Required Skills and Knowledge

Expertise with practical application of benefit plans and applicable federal and state laws and regulations e.g., ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, Section 125, FMLA, Section 401K, ERISA. Experience with ADP software applications.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills.

Ability to run basic HRIS reports in various HRIS tools

Required Competencies

Self Starter

Attention to detail

Process minded

Required Work Experience

Five or more years experience in benefits administration.

Experience with non-U.S. benefit plans, especially Canada and Latin America, strongly preferred.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field, from an accredited college or university required. CCB or CEBS designation a plus.

Required Languages

n/a

Travel / Rotation Requirements

n/a

Additional Information Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Min $70k Max $80K Annually

Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.

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Compensation Disclaimer:

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits Language (FTE roles):

Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement:

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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