HUMAN RESOURCES BENEFITS SPECIALIST 3223771

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We’re hiring a

Human Resources Benefits Specialist

to join our team of rockstars to work in BSD’s HR Office in Burlington, Vermont.

The Benefits Specialist plays a key role in administering, managing, and communicating employee benefits programs and compliance relating to insurance benefits, cafeteria plans, COBRA, retirement plans, and other employee benefits for new and existing employees. The Benefits Specialist also assists with research and provides advice on benefit program options and improvements.

This role works alongside other HR and Payroll staff, as well as District, departmental, and school-based leaders. The position assists in maintaining a professional, friendly, positive, and respectful work atmosphere by approaching internal and external interactions and collaborations with a strong customer service orientation. BSD is a fast-paced work environment, but we intentionally build in regular time to have fun, make connections, and build relationships.

Benefits Include:

A competitive salary; paid vacation, holiday, sick, and personal days. Plus access to group health insurance benefits, District-paid life insurance, and lots of cake-able celebrations and events with our awesome team!

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Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Administer Benefit Plans for staff, including Medical, Dental, FSA, HRA/HSA, Life, LTD, and Retirement Plans.

Manage enrollments, including the annual open enrollment process, changes, and cancellations for newly hired, newly eligible, employees with qualifying events/changes, and at time of separation.

Serve as primary contact with insurance carriers and vendors.

Employment Separations/COBRA.

Maintain Benefit Compliance.

Serve as the primary contact for all benefit-related questions, as well as a general contact and informational resource for the human resources department. Assist with general questions and triage to the appropriate person when needed.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

Associate's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and two years of HR experience, or High school or GED with 5 years of relevant HR experience.

A minimum of two years of benefit administration and/or human resource experience. Strong knowledge of benefit-related compliance and regulatory requirements is necessary. Experience in a school setting is desired but not required.

SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) preferred.

Burlington School District recognizes the need and importance of diverse hires. We celebrate that diversity is a key component of our overall strategic plan for all school locations and business units' cultures. To apply for this position: Visit BSD’s

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Equal Opportunity:

The Burlington School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type:

Full-time

Positions Available:

1

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burlington School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Requirements

No experience required

Contact Information

Christopher Celotto

150 Colchester Ave

Burlington, Vermont 05401

Phone:

802-865-5332

Email:

celotto@bsdvt.org

Learn more online at http://www.SchoolSpring.com/job?4211109

Company info

Burlington School District
Christopher Celotto
Phone : 802-865-5332