Benefits Specialist (65140)

Benefits Specialist

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Job Summary:

Catawba Two Kings Casino is seeking a Benefits Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the administration of our employee benefits program including health dental vision life disability retirement and wellness plans. This role ensures employees understand and utilize their benefits effectively and serves as a liaison between employees insurance providers and third-party administrators.

Responsibilities:

• Administer and coordinate all employee benefit programs including enrollment changes

and terminations.

Serve as the main point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries claimsresolution plan provisions and other benefit-related matters.
Conduct benefits orientations and open enrollment meetings.
Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations (e.g. HIPAA COBRA ACAERISA).
Maintain accurate employee benefits records and prepare reports as needed.
Collaborate with insurance carriers and brokers to resolve employe issues and escalatecomplex claims when necessary.
Assist in the annual benefits renewal process and help evaluate and recommend newbenefits programs or changes.
Support audits related to benefits programs and ensure proper documentation ismaintained.
Assist with leave of absence administration including FMLA and disability programs.
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Associates or Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a closelyrelated field required. A combination of education and experience may substitute for thecollege degree.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in benefits administration required.
Professional certification (e.g. CEBS PHR SHRM-CP) is a plus.
Strong knowledge of employee benefits laws and regulations required.
Proficient in HRIS and benefits management systems.

• High attention to detail and confidentiality.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Catawba Gaming License as required by tribal
and state authorities.
Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Excellent communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Experience working with a diverse employee population.
Knowledge of wellness program implementation and promotion.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing using the English language.
Ability to work an alternate schedule as needed to include nights weekends and holidays.
Ability to work in a loud fast-paced environment (may occasionally be exposed to second
hand cigarette smoke).

Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this position the employee is regularly required to reach with hands
and arms; bend to open/use lower drawers or cabinetry; to talk hear and see. Prolonged periods of
sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk;
climb or balance; stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move
up to 30 pounds.

Catawba Indian Nation exercises INDIAN PREFERENCE
Native American Indian preference shall apply to this position pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (24 U.S.C. 450 et seq.) 25 CFR 271.44 and other relevant laws (title 25 U.S. code Section 472 & 473)
EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.