The Human Resources Benefits Administrator position is responsible for directing and planning the day to day operations of group benefits for the Company. The Benefits Administrator supports the HR department by providing accurate and timely administrative support and assists with the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties. The HR Benefits Administrator, under general supervision of the Development Director, performs a variety of responsible and complex, technical and administrative duties relating to team member functions and programs including in the areas of team member recruitment, benefits administration, classification and compensation, training and development, and team member relations.

Core Competencies and Qualifications:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills & the ability to effectively disseminate information
• Must be enthusiastic about adopting Sanford Contractors’ mission and Core Principles
• Ability to effectively communicate in training settings in front of audience
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of team members
• Ability to effectively problem-solve
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy with strong skills in records management
• Exceptional organization skills
• Ability to work independently and strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Willing and able to travel to job sites, career fairs and industry related events/seminars

Core Duties:

• Lead by example
• Be punctual, dependable and professional at all times
• Work with cost effectiveness, profitability and safety in mind
• Administers benefits program: answering team member questions, helping with inquiries, assist with enrollments and changes, complete Medicare documentation.
• Assist with the open enrollment program: Meet with insurance representatives, develop open enrollment guides for team members, distribute guides and explain benefit changes. Assist team members in completing open enrollment.
• Creating, maintaining and updating team member files of active and terminated team members.
• Data entry into HRIS
• Stores team member information confidentially and accurately
• Ensures HR files and records are maintained in accordance with legal requirements and Company policies and procedures
• Processing FMLA paperwork and tracking approved leave
• Oversees short-term disability program, completing paperwork with team members, tracking weeks, working with payroll and insurance providers
• Manage workers compensation claims received by team members and health care providers. Completes required documentation from workers compensation insurance company.
• Administers the 401(K) program for all team members
• Assist with recruiting efforts including drafting and posting employment ads as well as coordinating staffing needs with local staffing agencies.
• Assist with prescreening candidates, assist with creating interview guidelines and schedule interviews of qualified candidates.
• Assist with the organization and preparation of onboarding all new SCI team members to ensure the process places a strong emphasis on the critical importance and value of welcoming and integrating new team members into the Company and ensuring their understanding of all Company policies and procedures.
• Assist with completing all necessary post-offer, pre-employment paperwork and processes to include pre-employment drug screening, WOTC verification, I-9 compliance, E-Verify compliance and MVR orders.[BA1] [BS2] 
• Sets up drug testing, monitor results and informs Development Director of timely results
• Assist in creating, maintaining and updating team member files of active and terminated team members.
• Scan team member and Company documents into paperless program
• Assist in policy writing, forms creation and exit interviews
• Maintain approved drivers list, enroll in fleet fuel program and order/maintain PPE supplies
• Assist with the preparation and planning of career fairs
• Performs general human resources tasks requested by leadership team

• High school diploma and 3 years in Human Resources, Associates Degree in HR or business related field or combination of work and education experience
• Valid driver license with acceptable MVR to qualify to operate a Company vehicle if needed

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, write, verbalize and comprehend instructions and correspondence in English and Spanish (highly preferred)

Reasoning Ability:

• Willing and able to learn new ideas, processes and develop skills required

Physical Demands:

• Stressful at times due to deadline demands
• May require a combination of sitting, standing and walking.
• Lifting will be limited to no greater than 50 lbs.

* Sanford Contractors is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer