Summary

The Total Rewards Specialist supports the administration and continuous improvement of employee benefits and retirement programs. This role ensures compliance, supports employees with benefits-related needs, and contributes to the broader Total Rewards function including leave, workers’ compensation, and compensation support.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for employee benefits inquiries including health, dental, vision, life, and other company programs
• Support benefits education efforts including new hire orientations and employee information sessions
• Assist with annual open enrollment and ongoing benefit changes throughout the year
• Partner with third-party administrators to support retirement plan operations, compliance, and employee education
• Participate in retirement plan testing, audits, and regulatory filings
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and support compliance with state and federal requirements
• Oversee leave of absence programs including FMLA, ADA, and personal leave while partnering with managers and HR partners
• Process unemployment claims and maintain accurate reporting and documentation
• Support compensation activities including job evaluations, benchmarking, and compensation analysis
• Assist with administration of time off policies including PTO, holidays, and accrual tracking
• Prepare reports and analysis related to Total Rewards programs and ensure compliance with applicable regulations

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 4–6+ years of experience in benefits administration
• Experience working with HRIS systems and benefits administration platforms
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks including HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and related DOL and IRS regulations
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis
• Experience supporting benefits programs in multi-state organizations
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to translate data into recommendations
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Detail oriented with strong problem solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Salary

$76,000 – $85,000

Hybrid