Benefits Generalist

Role: Benefits Generalist

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Job Type: Full-Time, Contract ~2 months, Hybrid WFH and in-office

Pay Rate: $25-28/hour

An Addison Group client is looking for a Benefits Generalist to join their team for a couple months (maybe more) in Pittsburgh, PA! This is a hybrid/in-office and WFH assignment.

Job Responsibilities:

· Provide day-to-day support and guidance to employees on eligibility and other benefit-related matters within acceptable timeframes.

· Process enrollment, status changes, and separation information with benefits providers accurately and within deadlines.

· Process and reconcile benefit carrier payments monthly.

· Conduct onboarding sessions with new hires to explain benefits offerings and enrollment.

· Support benefit program efforts and communicate related events.

· Manage leaves and ensure compliance with COBRA, FMLA, ADAA, ACA, and other applicable laws.

· Collaborate with third-party vendors to maintain process documentation for all leave types.

· Assist employees in submitting disability claim forms.

· Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for management.

· Enhance communication regarding company benefits plans for all employees.

· Coordinate employee engagement events with the HR team.

· Provide or request data analytics related to benefits.

· Prepare and deliver weekly reports on employee 401K elections and loan payments.

· Ensure accurate and efficient administration of benefit plans while adhering to regulatory, corporate, and collective bargaining agreement deadlines.

· Interpret collective bargaining agreements regarding benefits administration.

· Promote a positive work environment aligned with Resco’s core values.

· Maintain employee information in HRIS system for ACA filing.

· Audit benefit deductions and remittances.

· Assist in vendor management and dependent audits.

· Provide guidance to employees and managers and liaise with insurance carriers and brokers.

· Resolve escalated employee issues with insurers.

· Assist in drafting written employee communications and presentations.

· Develop communication tools to enhance understanding of company benefits.

· Maintain benefit information in HRIS.

Requirements:

· Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is highly preferred.

· Minimum 3 years of benefits administration experience.

· Strong communication and organizational skills.

· Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables/VLOOKUP).

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

· Benefits Certification (CEB) certified employee benefits specialist is highly preferred.

· Minimum 2 years working with union and non-union benefit plans in heavy industrial or unionized manufacturing settings.

· Experience reviewing and interpreting collective bargaining agreements related to benefits.

Why choose Addison Group?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, and 401k.
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison's job openings lead to potential permanent employment.
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers.
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home.
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.