About the job
Human Resources Business Partner – Benefits and Compensation
Overview
Join Crawford Hoying as a Human Resources Business Partner specializing in benefits administration and total compensation strategies. In this pivotal role, you will design, implement, and communicate innovative benefits and compensation programs that enhance employee engagement, retention, and compliance. A strong commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and exceptional communication skills are essential for success in this position.
Key Responsibilities
Benefits Administration
- Oversee the management of the company’s self-funded medical insurance plan, including cost tracking, data analysis, and performance optimization.
- Direct the administration of ancillary insurance plans, including dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Act as the primary liaison for benefits brokers, consultants, and third-party administrators, working collaboratively to secure optimal options and rates.
- Conduct audits to ensure accuracy and performance of functions handled by the third-party administrator.
- Monitor administrative costs of benefits programs with short- and long-term cost projections; propose cost-containment strategies and alternative funding methods.
- Prepare budget recommendations and assist in monitoring, verifying, and reconciling budgeted funds.
- Provide exceptional customer service to employees throughout the benefits lifecycle, including onboarding, qualifying events, status changes, and terminations.
- Maintain up-to-date employee benefits files and group benefits plan databases.
- Lead the annual open enrollment process, ensuring effective communication and engagement with employees regarding benefits programs.
- Stay informed on industry best practices, legislative changes, and market evaluations.
- Review monthly billings for all group plans and conduct regular audits for accuracy of enrollments and terminations.
- Manage sensitive employee benefits situations, including medical leave and reasonable accommodations.
- Administer the 401(k) program, ensuring compliance with annual audits and reporting requirements.
- Handle workers’ compensation claims and manage the annual true-up process.
- Supervise COBRA administration.
- Manage unemployment claims, providing information for former employees and filing appeals as necessary.
- Conduct benefits audits to ensure compliance with company policies and legal standards (COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, etc.).
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.
