HR Benefits Specialist

Brewer, ME - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 28 - 32

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Darlings Auto Group Human Resources Department

Darlings Auto Group is seeking an accomplished HR Benefits Specialistto play a key role in our Human Resources department. This position is critical to ensuring our 600 employees have access to seamless accurate and well-managed benefits programs. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in employee benefits with exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to providing an outstanding employee experience.

Key Responsibilities:

- Administer and manage all employee benefits programs including health dental vision retirement life and disability insurance

- Facilitate new hire onboarding eligibility verification and benefits enrollment

- Guide employees through qualifying life events COBRA administration and benefits-related inquiries

- Manage leave programs including FMLA STD LTD and coordinate Workers Compensation and OSHA compliance

- Reconcile monthly insurance carrier invoices and ensure accurate recordkeeping

- Process payroll using UKG Ready and support HR reporting needs

- Serve as a trusted HR resource providing clear professional guidance to employees on benefits-related matters

Qualifications:

- Proven experience administering employee benefits (mandatory)

- Comprehensive knowledge of benefits programs and ability to communicate complex information effectively

- Strong attention to detail analytical skills and organizational capability

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive information

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with UKG Ready strongly preferred

- Payroll experience is a plus

Why Join Darlings Auto Group

- Recognized as a Top Ten Best Places to Work in Maine 10 years running

- Competitive pay: $28$32/hour based on experience

- Generous PTO and paid holidays

- Comprehensive health dental vision life and disability coverage

- 401(k) plan with company match

- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

- Employee discounts on parts and service

- A supportive values-driven workplace culture grounded in integrity professionalism and teamwork

This is a high-impact professional role ideal for a detail-oriented benefits administrator who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of employees. If you are ready to take your HR expertise to the next level we encourage you to apply.

DARLINGSis a family-owned and operated business that has proudly served our communities throughout Maine for over 100 years. If youre ready for a new challenge with high earning potential and career growth join us at DARLINGS AUTO GROUP! EOE/MF

If you require an ADA accommodation to complete an application through our online system you may call the Human Resources Department at or email and we can assist you with the application process.

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Darlings Auto Group Human Resources DepartmentDarlings Auto Group is seeking an accomplished HR Benefits Specialistto play a key role in our Human Resources department. This position is critical to ensuring our 600 employees have access to seamless accurate and well-managed benefits programs. The i...