Job Overview:

As Client Benefits Specialist you are are responsible for the maintenance of all client FirstService Residential New York union sponsored health & welfare benefits; such as but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), LTD, STD, COBRA, Disability, and Unemployment Insurance & Worker's Compensation.

Your Responsibilities:

• Conduct bill reconciliations monthly for all insurance providers ensuring total accuracy. Update new hires, LOA and terminations in the 32BJ ESS portal.
• Ensure that policies and procedures comply with all government regulations and company guidelines.
• Conducts Resident Manager and Property Manager training on union benefit eligibility.
• Manage and administer leaves of absence programs and workers' compensation claims, including payroll coordination and vendor oversight.
• Reports to insurance providers any additions, changes or revisions of benefit coverage as informed by colleague.
• Create and maintain training manuals for Property Managers and Resident Managers on the proper use of administering LOA's and best practices.
• Manage audits: payroll, union, and worker's compensation.
• Monitors government regulations, legislation, and benefits trends.
• Manages the enrollment and renewal process.
• Lead compliance with labor law and reporting requirements, including EEO, ADA, FMLA, PFL, Paid Sick, Commuter Benefits, ERISA, EEO, DOL, workers compensation, and OSHA.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, OR 2- 4 years of experience in the HR field, specifically working with unions. 32BJ Union experience or similar is required for this position.
• Proven experience as a HR specialist or similar role.
• Current knowledge of 32BJ ESS system and related laws.
• Familiarity with payroll software/ HRIS (e.g. SAP, ADP, Kronos) and MS Office (especially Excel)
• A keen eye for detail.
• An analytical mind and good math skills.
• Outstanding communication skills (written and oral).
• Organizational and leadership skills.
• Managing Processes, Data Entry Management, Reporting Skills, Compensation and Wage Structure, Benefits Administration, Worker Compensation, Employment Law, Developing Standards, Financial Skills, Accounting

What We Offer:

As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, legal, and identity theft. You will also be eligible for company paid life insurance, long term disability, and benefits from our employee assistance program. In addition, you will be eligible for paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401k with company match.

Compensation:

$65000 - $75000 / year