Position Title:Benefit Specialist
 
Date Posted: February 28, 2017
 
Job Location: Madison
 
Company Name: Forward Service Corporation
 
Contact: Jennifer Lindberg
4600 American Parkway
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 467-9583
(608) 467-3052 (fax)
jlindberg@fsc-corp.org
www.fsc-corp.org/
 
Description:
Forward Service Corporation (FSC), a passionate, not-for-profit firm providing employment and training related services to local, state, and federally funded program participants, is seeking a full time Benefits Specialist at our Corporate Office in Madison, WI. 
 
The Benefits Specialist works under the direction of the Human Resources Manager.  The Benefits Specialist is responsible for the administration and creation of various employee benefit plans, time off programs, legal and compliance issues, FMLA, ADA, ACA, Workers Compensation, unemployment insurance, records management, and any other issues relating to employment at FSC and its subsidiary ABR Employment Services.   

The Benefits Specialist is a rewarding position that works in a fast-paced environment.  If you want a career in Human Resources with an emphasis in benefits, this opportunity is ideal for you! 

PRIMARY DUTIES INCLUDE
  • Advise employees on benefit matters including initial enrollment, open enrollment, and termination of enrollment.
  • Ensure effective and timely communication of changes in FSC and ABR benefit policies to employees.
  • Prepare and distribute annual individual summary of benefits to employees.
  • Prepare and distribute monthly benefit and wellness updates.
  • Manage vendor relationships with all benefit providers 401(k), third party administrators, and carrier representatives and benefits brokers. 
  • Prepare and submit non-discrimination testing for the FSA and HRA plans.
  • Evaluate and compare existing employee benefits with those of other employers by analyzing other plans, surveys, and other sources of information.
  • Administer and maintain legal compliance in the areas of FMLA, ADA, ACA, Unemployment Insurance, Workers Compensation, and OSHA to include eligibility, enrollment and program specifications as well as serving as a key liaison for associated compliance matters.
  • Provide guidance and support to supervisor in matters of employee relations pertaining to FMLA and ADA.
  • Identify reporting regulations affecting the Human Resource function (e.g. OSHA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, EGTRRA, etc.), and ensure FSC and ABR compliance with same.
  • Maintain all HR files relevant to FMLA, ADA, Workers Compensation, Unemployment, and OSHA.
  • Cross train on various duties with other members of the Human Resources team.
  • Update, launch and administer the Data Update Wizard and open enrollment benefit process.
  • Contribute to and communicate general HR policies and procedures.
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The ideal Benefits Specialist must demonstrate the ability to use professional discretion in dealing with confidential matters, maintain effective flow of information between various departments/offices, organize and disseminate information from a variety of sources, and possess knowledge of scheduling techniques and methodologies.  They must be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook) and have the ability to learn other software programs. Stay abreast to federal, state and local employment relations.  Must maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by our insurance carrier.   Experience in employment benefits is preferred. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor degree and three (3) plus years of proven success in the HR/Benefits field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
FSC offers a competitive wage for this non-exempt position with a minimum wage of $19.09/hr.   Compensation is based upon a combination of past work experience and education with starting wage increase for direct work experience beyond the minimum requirements.  This full-time position is first shift, Monday-Friday, includes an excellent benefits package, a phenomenal 401(k) plan, as well as an excellent Paid Time Off (PTO) bank and 11 paid holidays!
 
Tell us why you should be our Benefits Specialist by submitting a cover letter and resume to:
 
 
FORWARD SERVICE CORPORATION
ATTN: HUMAN RESOURCES
4600 American Parkway, Suite 301
Madison, WI 53718
Email: hr@fsc-corp.org
 
 
FORWARD SERVICE CORPORATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AND DISABILITY OR PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS.

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