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Position Information Forsyth County is seeking an engaged, detail-oriented HR professional to join our Benefits & Wellness team. This recruitment will be used to fill either the Benefits and Wellness Specialist or Benefits and Wellness Specialist, Senior classification. Placement will depend on the applicant's education and experience.

Both roles support the administration of employee benefits, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and employee service functions. The Senior level additionally provides leadership and analytical support. Benefits and Wellness Specialist This classification performs professional-level functions in administering the County's employee benefits and retirement plans and assists employees in understanding and utilizing available benefits.

The role also contributes to developing and promoting a comprehensive wellness program and performs other employment service functions as assigned. Benefits and Wellness Specialist, Senior This senior professional classification performs advanced functions in administering and developing the County's employee benefits and retirement plans. The role analyzes data to identify trends, and makes recommendations to management.

The Senior level also provides guidance to staff and serves as backup to the Benefits & Wellness Manager. Annual Salary: $54,149.00 - $55,839.00, commensurate with experience and classification level. Essential Functions Benefits and Wellness Specialist Provides information regarding the County's employee benefits packages

Processes and evaluates enrollment and changes to existing elections Serves as a liaison between County employees and vendor. Assists with short-term and long-term disability claims. Assists with providing pre-retirement benefit information.

Assists with the development of annual enrollment materials. Conducts reconciliation of open enrollment and life event changes. Processes benefit invoices for payment.

Assists with coordination of wellness program activities. Assists with creation and distribution of promotional materials. Communicates with employees, managers, officials, carriers, and agencies.

Maintains confidentiality and current knowledge of laws/regulations. Receives, reviews, prepares, and processes various records and reports. Performs clerical tasks and other related duties as required.

Benefits and Wellness Specialist, Senior Acts as a team leader, provides general direction, training, and assistance. Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures. Provides backup coverage to Benefits and Wellness Manager.

Provides information regarding the County's employee benefits packages. Processes and evaluates enrollment and changes to existing elections. Serves as liaison between County employees and Benefits Administration Team.

Manages PHSA participation. Compiles, reports, and analyzes data. Coordinates disability claims.

Assists with developing pre-retirement benefit communication materials. Coordinates development of annual enrollment materials. Supports reconciliation of open enrollment and life event changes.

Uploads electronic changes into payroll system and audits for accuracy. Coordinates reconciliation of benefit invoices. Assists with development and implementation of employee wellness program.

Communicates with employees, managers, officials, carriers, and agencies. Maintains confidentiality and current knowledge of laws/regulations. Receives, reviews, prepares, and processes various records and reports.

Performs clerical tasks, may serve on committees, and performs other related duties. Minimum Qualifications Benefits and Wellness Specialist Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or closely related field; supplemented by one (1) year previous experience and/or training that includes human resources administration, benefits administration, office administration, employment services; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. PHR or SHRM-CP certification is preferred but not required.

Benefits and Wellness Specialist, Senior Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or closely related field; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training that includes human resources administration, benefits administration, employment services; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. PHR or SHRM-CP certification is preferred but not required.