Description:
JOB TITLE: Human Resources Benefits Specialist
POSITION NUMBER: 2404-CORP-BS1
POSITION LOCATION: Atlanta, GA, USA
ANTICIPATED START DATE: Two weeks after candidate identification
ASRT, Inc. provides scientific, information management, management consulting, bioinformatics, and administrative program support to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other Federal and private sector clients. The successful candidate will be a full-time employee of ASRT, Inc. assigned to work in the Corporate office in Atlanta, GA.
SCOPE OF WORK
The Human Resources Benefits Specialist will carry out administrative duties tied to the company's benefits program and provide support to the company's Human Resources Department.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensures the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the HRIS to provide carriers with accurate eligibility information.
- Enrolls employees with carriers and process life status changes.
- Performs quality checks of benefits-related data.
- Assists employees regarding benefits claim issues and plan changes.
- Responds to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries.
- Processes and administers all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability and FMLA.
- Effectively interprets FMLA and ADA implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities.
- Responds to 401(k) inquiries from managers and employees relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amounts.
- Assists with the open enrollment process.
- Administers the tuition reimbursement program.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- Associate's degree in a related field is required.
- Three years of office experience is preferred, with at least two years in Human Resources and/or benefits administration highly preferred.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- 2+ years in Human Resources preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- General knowledge of employment laws and best practices.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism, and diplomacy.
- Ability to type at least 40 words per minute.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), and similar computer applications.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Language Skills:
- The candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
REQUIREMENT: Must be a United States citizen or permanent resident or have authorization for employment in the United States.
SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To apply for this position:
- If you are viewing this position on the ASRT Career page, please click on the "Apply" button.
- If you are viewing this position on a site other than the ASRT Career page, you may use the "click to apply" link, or you may apply by visiting our Career page and searching for the job title and position number listed at the top of this job posting.
- To view all of our open positions and to apply to job openings in which you may be interested, please visit our Career page at https://www.asrtinc.com/careers.
ASRT, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. It is the policy of ASRT, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, and to take affirmative action in accordance with applicable laws and Executive Orders.
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