HR Benefits Generalist

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The HR Benefits Generalist is responsible for administering employee benefits programs, leaves of absence, Workers' Compensation, workplace safety initiatives, and the HRIS platform - Paylocity. The HR Benefits Generalist supports the Human Resources department's mission to maximize the potential of our greatest asset - our employees - by providing responsive HR services and programs that promote a safe, inclusive, and inspiring workplace for all staff.

This individual is a team player who contributes positively to group efforts, values communication, is open to feedback, respects diverse perspectives, and fosters a cooperative work environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Benefits Administration - Administer employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and supplemental coverages. Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations through Paylocity; track employee eligibility; process monthly health insurance invoices; and support annual renewals, open enrollment, and the Annual Wellness Fair.

• HRIS/Paylocity - Oversee the setup, configuration, and maintenance of HRIS modules related to benefits, employee records, and compliance. Maintain data integrity and accurate electronic records; prepare system reports and data analysis internal and external stakeholders; and provide Paylocity support and training to managers and staff.

• Leave of Absence Administration - Administer FMLA, PFL, personal, medical, and other applicable leaves of absence. Coordinate required documentation and process disability forms with third-party administrators to support timely benefit payments and accurate leave records.

• Workers' Compensation, Safety & Risk Management Program - Administer the Workers' Compensation program from initial incident reporting through claim resolution. Process and maintain injury and claim documentation; coordinate with employees, managers, NYSIF, Friedlander, Club Safe, and other appropriate parties; track claim status, lost-time and return-to-work information; and maintain accurate records. Lead the Safety Committee; maintain OSHA logs and the SDS master binder; coordinate safety supplies with Security; ensure completion of Corrective Action Forms (CAF); and support safety training and corrective actions.

• Benefits Compliance & Plan Filings - Coordinate annual pension and benefit plan audits and ensure the accurate and timely preparation and submission of Forms 5500, 8955, and 5558, as applicable. Support compliance of employee benefit programs with ERISA, COBRA, ACA, HIPAA, IRS, and other applicable federal and state requirements, and remain current on regulatory changes.

• Onboarding, Orientation & Benefits Education - Conduct benefits-related Onboarding for new hires and lead Employee Orientation. Develop and facilitate Benefits Training and educational communications for employees and managers.

• Employee Benefits Support - Respond to employee questions regarding insurance, retirement, leave, and related benefit programs. Research and resolve benefit issues in coordination with insurance carriers, benefits brokers, and other vendors, and clearly explain plan provisions and processes to employees.

• Vendor & Broker Support – In collaboration with the DHR coordinate with benefits providers, brokers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators to ensure effective service delivery, resolve issues, and assist in identifying opportunities to improve plan administration and employee service.

• Retirement Plan Administration - In collaboration with the Payroll Manager, process 401(k) enrollments, loans, deferral changes, terminations, and other plan transactions, and support accurate retirement plan administration.

• Paperless HR Project - Lead the conversion of all hard-copy personnel files to secure electronic employee records. Coordinate the scanning, indexing, and quality review of personnel documents; ensure electronic files are complete and accurate.

• HR Department Support - Provide administrative support to the Director of Human Resources and perform other HR-related duties as assigned to support department goals and organizational priorities.

Requirements

OTHER REQUIREMENTS, REASONING ABILITIES, AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

•      Team player who contributes positively to group efforts, values communication, and is open to feedback. Respects diverse   

        perspectives and fosters a cooperative work environment.

• Must have strong interpersonal and customer service s