Benefits Manager - Temp to Hire Opportunity

Location: St. Joseph

Compensation:  $27-$34/hr

Role Overview:

We are seeking a diligent and knowledgeable Benefits Manager for a dynamic temp-to-hire opportunity. This individual will be entrusted with managing the day-to-day administration of comprehensive employee benefit programs, ensuring seamless operations and adherence to regulatory compliance. This position acts as a pivotal resource for employees, addressing benefit-related inquiries and facilitating enrollment processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the administration of employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, ensuring accurate processing of enrollments, terminations, and life-event changes.
• Manage retiree benefits, coordinating enrollments and handling inquiries in collaboration with carriers and vendors.
• Act as the main point of contact for employees and retirees, providing comprehensive customer service and guidance on benefit options and eligibility.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with federal and state requirements, including ACA reporting and COBRA administration.
• Coordinate benefit invoicing, review carrier invoices, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely submissions to Accounts Payable.
• Administer employee leave programs, including processing requests and maintaining accurate records.
• Support workplace safety and regulatory compliance initiatives in conjunction with external consultants.
• Contribute to cross-functional HR activities, aiding in payroll coordination and recruitment processes.
• Assist in budget management related to insurance and benefit programs.
• Conduct research and provide insights to leadership on benefit programs and HR matters.
• Undertake special projects as directed by HR leadership to enhance departmental functions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, or a related field with at least three years of relevant experience, or an Associate Degree with five years of experience.
• Valid vehicle operator's license is mandatory.
• Strong attendance record and reliability are essential.
• Preferred certifications include SHRM-CP or PHR.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to a team-oriented environment, promoting collaboration and operational efficiency across HR functions.

Headquartered in North Central Indiana and founded in 2009, TalentSource is a sole source recruiting firm offering an awesome team of subject matter experts in talent acquisition! We are recruiting generalists and provide professional job placement in a wide range of disciplines and industries, including temporary and perm placement, payroll, and specialty staffing solutions to a wide variety of top notch clients! TalentSource is committed to establishing a long-term relationship with both their clients and candidates. They achieve their mission of providing superior customer service through customized talent solutions, with an emphasis on quality and continuous improvement. To learn more about TalentSource please visit us at www.talentsourcestaffing.com! TalentSource is an Equal Opportunity Recruiting Firm. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.