Benefits Specialist

Seattle, OR - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 90 - 120

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Benefits Specialist

Seattle WA

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.
Bachelors 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.

Company Benefits:

Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
401K Plan with Matching
Paid time-off and Holidays

Compensation: $90k-120K/year DOE

Required Experience:

Benefits SpecialistSeattle WAOur 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...

Benefits Specialist

Seattle WA

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.
Bachelors 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.

Company Benefits: