Benefits Administrator

Since 1960, Benchmark Human Services (Benchmark) has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.

We are currently searching for our next Benefit Administrator to lead the benefits department. In this vital role, the selected candidate will work with senior leaders to offer a benefits program that has a direct impact on staff satisfaction.

Benefits:

• 401k plan with company match
• Profit sharing
• PTO + Sick Time
• Incentive bonus
• Health, Vision and Dental insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life insurance
• Advancement opportunities
• Competitive Salary
• Collaborative working environment
• Positive impact and meaningful work

Responsibilities:

• Create and manage a benefits program that offers health, prescription, dental, 401k, FSA, and several voluntary insurance products
• Oversee FMLA and various leave of absent policies
• Supervise a benefit assistant
• Manage the benefit module within the HRIS
• Collaborate with vendors and benefit consultants
• Oversee COBRA administration
• Making benefit presentations to employees individually and in groups.
• Promoting and communicating employee benefits, including plan changes and open enrollments.
• Assist HR leadership team with developing policies related to benefits and leave policies for new markets
• Monitor regulations related to benefits and leave programs in all markets and make recommendations
• Be an active member of the HR leadership team

For a full and complete list, please contact HR.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent organizational skills
• Verbal and written communications skills
• Moderate to excellent computer skills
• Proper phone etiquette
• Must have demonstrate the ability to work independently and as a group member
• Excellent customer service skills are essential

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field preferred
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency with the benefit module within Paylocity is preferred
• Work on site at the corporate office in Fort Wayne, IN

Interested candidates can apply online at BenchmarkHS.com/Careers

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Candidates selected for hire will be required to complete a background check in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.