Benefits Administrator
East Central Energy
Braham MN
Description
Do you enjoy helping others navigate benefits leave programs and compensation while staying on top of compliance and helping to support payroll East Central Energy (ECE) is looking for aBenefits Administratorto join the HR team! If youre detail oriented proactive and passionate about providing great service we encourage you to apply today!
Why Youll Love Working at ECE
- ValuesDriven Culture:Built on Respect Integrity Courage and Humility we foster innovation accountability and empowered decisionmaking to help you succeed.
- Competitive Pay:Starting wage range of$75350.46 $84788.11annually based on your relevant education and experience.
- Outstanding Benefits:100% employerpaid medical with employer contributions to an HSA dental vision STD LTD and moreincluding tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programs.
- FutureReady:Build your financial security with a 401(k)plan featuring up to a 10% employer contribution.
- Rest and Renewal:Recharge with 22 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays.
- Community Focused:Be part of a cooperative that actively supports local initiatives and strengthens the communities we serve.
A Day in the Life
- Support Employee Benefits:Process enrollments terminations changes claims and compliance tasks while supporting employees and managing carrier relationships.
- Coordinate Leave & Workers Comp: Manage Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) disability and workers compensation claims.
- Contribute to Compensation Planning:Collect and analyze market data to support wage strategies and support annual planning.
- Drive Retirement Readiness:Partner with employees and leaders to provide tools and resources for retirement and succession planning.
- Support Payroll:Collaborate with payroll on coding backup processing and compliance with union contracts and law.
Requirements
- Education & Experience: Bachelors degree in human resources business or related field plus at least 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Credentials:Preferred Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) SHRMCP or SHRMSCP designations.
- Skills: Strong communication confidentiality attention to detail and problemsolving skills. Solid understanding of FMLA the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) ADA workers compensation and retirement plans. Comfortable using Excel and HR/payroll software.
Additional Details
- Schedule: Onsite Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Braham MN Headquarters building.
- Hybrid Option: This position may offer a hybrid work arrangement after a training period.
- Equal Opportunity Employer: ECE embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and value the unique perspectives and experiences they bring.
Apply by 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday May 28 2025 to start your journey with East Central Energy!
We Make it Easy
Founded in 1901 MRA is a nonprofit employer association that serves more than 4000 employers covering more than one million employees.
As one of the largest employer associations in the nation MRA helps its member organizations thrive by offering the most comprehensive assortment of HR services information education and resources to help build successful workplaces and a powerful workforce.
We partner with these companies working directly with their HR department and leadership to hire their talent. We are a direct line to the company not an agency recruiter.
Required Experience:
Senior IC