We are seeking an on-site or hybrid employee Benefits Specialist to join our friendly and experienced Human Resources team. This role will be responsible for benefit administration tasks and employee leaves of absence as well as assisting with internal audits, employee documentation, and policies. This role will work alongside skilled and knowledgeable teammates with many years of experience managing benefits, compensation, and leaves of absence. Duties include (but are not limited to):
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Initiating, tracking and completing benefit enrollment, changes and terminations
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Communicating with managers and employees across all areas of the organization to administer and manage employee leaves of absence (including FMLA, STD, Worker's Compensation, and other miscellaneous leaves)
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Maintaining accurate and confidential employee records and HR files (both physical and electronic), coordinating with Payroll when necessary
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Assisting with audits to monitor and enforce compliance
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Performing tasks related to invoice tracking and reconciliation as well as MVR and company vehicles
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Helping develop, maintain and administer policy and benefit training (guides, training videos, info sessions, etc.)
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Participating in HR projects and initiatives, such as performance appraisal processes, diversity, and inclusion programs, and HRIS system implementations
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Ensuring compliance with data protection and privacy regulations; EEOC, ADA, FMLA, and other employment and labor laws, including preparing and submitting reports as required by regulatory agencies
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Managing the HR email inbox by answering emails on a timely basis and communicating with other team members as needed
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Maintaining and developing relationships with HR-related vendors and third-party service providers
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Staying updated on HR best practices, industry trends, and changes in employment laws
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Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
Experience: 2+ years of experience in HR coordination or administration, specifically in the area of employee benefits. Strong understanding of HR principles, practices, and employment laws.
Skills Based Requirements
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with Windows operation required.
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Experience in ADP or similar HR program.
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Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
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Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.
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Alignment with corporate mission and core values.
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Pro-active, self-motivated, takes initiative, can do attitude.
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Demonstrates a high level of integrity.
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Strong communication skills.
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Ability to work with a diverse workforce.
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Ability to work with minimal supervision.
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Must be able to exercise confidentiality and discretionary judgement.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
To perform the duties of this job, the employee is required to use the computer for extended periods of time in a sitting or standing position. Ability to work under time constraints and ability to work in a face paced work environment. When visiting a plant, the employee will need to be able to be on their feet for an extended period. Bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving products, minimum of 25 lbs. Exposure to varying types of climates. Outside environment can be dusty & noisy. Equipment & treated lumber may emit fumes. Moderate travel required.
Bell Lumber & Pole Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and we fully comply with all such applicable employment laws and regulations. If needed, accommodation may be possible.
Company Overview
Over its 100+ year history, Bell Lumber & Pole Co., along with its family of businesses (Bell Timber Inc, Bell Structural Systems, Alamco Wood Products), has built an incredibly strong reputation for excellence and is one of the largest producers of high-quality renewable wood poles for utility companies throughout North America and abroad. Bell has become a key partner in the expansion of our power grid to empower the move toward sustainable energy use. Bell is also a leading manufacturer of carbon-positive mass timber architectural and structural beams for commercial and industrial applications. Bell Lumber & Pole is a mid-size employer in multiple locations throughout the US and Canada.
Since 1909, the Bell family has been committed to taking care of customers, the environment, and the communities in which we serve. Many positions are created to help us advance our commitment to sustainable practices by optimizing our use of renewable materials while reducing the carbon footprint of our operations and that of our customer’s.
For the Bell family of companies, our mission statement is something that captures the heart of our employees at every level. We work hard so that the profit of the company is used: TO RADICALLY LOVE AND INFLUENCE LIVES. This mission is lived out internally through our values-driven workplace and externally through our passion for giving back and serving communities both near and far.
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