What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits Specialist position at Magic Valley Electric?
ONE TEAM. ONE DREAM.
Location: Jerome
About us:
Here at Magic Valley Electric we have a true passion for providing an honest and helpful work environment where every employee can commit themselves to giving our customers exceptional workmanship, extraordinary service, and professional integrity. We keep on growing because we only hire the best, and our customers love us for it. You’ve probably seen our trucks and our ads. What you don’t know is what it’s like to be a part of a team like this. How much you feel appreciated when you don’t cut corners. How much we inspire ongoing training and education. How much you can earn when you truly are the best. People often come to us looking for a job. They stay with us because they find a fulfilling career, room to grow, and opportunities to excel.
Benefits:
- 100% Company Paid Health Insurance
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) with a company 5% match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Competitive Wages
- Yearly Performance Based Bonus
- Future Advancement Opportunities
- Positive Team and Skill Enhancing Atmosphere
- Paid Training
- A family. This is last on the list because it’s most important. We care about our team and expect you to bring that same caring when you join. We do a lot more than just work together. You’ll come to love our company outings and you’ll build life-long friendships.
Job Description:
The Benefits Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day administration, coordination, and communication of all employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement plans across the partner companies. This role also leads wellness initiatives that promote employee well-being and engagement.
Essential Functions include but are not limited to:
- Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) plans.
- Serve as the primary contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries, claims, and issue resolution.
- Coordinate annual renewals and open enrollment.
- Evaluate and negotiate benefits programs for competitiveness and cost-effectiveness.
- Track benefits utilization, participation, and trends.
- Recommend plan adjustments or new offerings based on data and feedback.
- Manage benefits system updates.
- Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations (e.g., ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA).
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee benefits records.
- Liaise with insurance carriers, brokers, and vendors to ensure efficient plan administration.
- Communicate benefit changes, updates, and deadlines to employees.
- Partner with leadership to develop and implement employee wellness programs and events to support physical, mental, and financial well-being.
- Promote wellness resources and encourage participation in health-related initiatives.
- Prepare and distribute employee benefits communications and educational materials.
- Work closely with payroll to ensure accurate benefits deductions and enrollments to ensure seamless integration of benefits.
- Support HR by providing benefits information to new hires during onboarding process.
- Assist with audits, compliance reporting, and other projects as assigned.
Competencies:
- 3 years of experience in benefits administration, HR, or employee wellness.
- Knowledge of benefits laws and compliance requirements (ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office applications.
- Open and proactive communication; able to articulate ideas clearly and enthusiastically.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Good decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional follow-through abilities.
- Ability to work at strategic, creative, and tactical levels.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
Physical Demands:
- Prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, bending, and using hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, and telephone, with specific vision abilities like close vision due to computer work.
- Ability to hear and respond to conversations, phone calls and other sounds.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, in person, over the phone, and via video conferencing.
- Occasional lifting or carrying light items (e.g., office supplies, wellness materials) up to 10-15 pounds.