Benefits Specialist

What Makes a McKibbon Benefits Specialist?

The Benefits Specialist is responsible for administering and supporting the organization’s employee benefits programs, ensuring accurate enrollment, regulatory compliance, and a positive employee experience. This role serves as a key point of contact for benefits questions and works closely with HR, payroll, and external vendors, including the company's benefits broker. The Benefits Specialist will embrace the McKibbon Guiding Principles: Think Bigger, Love Your Community, Do the Right Thing, Support Each Other, Make a Lasting Impression.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, HSA, life, disability, and wellness plans.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment for new hires, life events, and annual open enrollment.
• Maintain accurate benefits records in HRIS and ensure data integrity.
• Assist vendors with setup and ongoing maintenance of EDI file feeds.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding coverage, claims, eligibility, EOIs, and plan options.
• Assist with benefits communications, education materials, and informational sessions companywide.
• Reconcile benefits invoices and prepare monthly allocated billing reports for the Accounting department.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable laws and regulations (e.g., ACA, COBRA, FMLA, HIPAA).
• Support audits, reporting, and documentation for benefits programs.
• Liaise with benefits brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators.
• Identify opportunities to improve benefits processes and employee understanding.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of HR or benefits administration experience preferred.
• Knowledge of employee benefits practices and applicable regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Paylocity experience is a plus, but not required

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and wellness plans
• Coordinate benefits enrollment for new hires, life events, and annual open enrollment
• Maintain accurate benefits records in HRIS and ensure data integrity
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding coverage, claims, eligibility, and plan options
• Assist with benefits communications, education materials, and informational sessions
• Reconcile benefits invoices and coordinate with payroll for deductions
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations (e.g., ACA, COBRA, FMLA, HIPAA)
• Support audits, reporting, and documentation for benefits programs
• Liaise with benefits brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators
• Identify opportunities to improve benefits processes and employee understanding

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 1–3 years of HR or benefits administration experience preferred
• Knowledge of employee benefits practices and applicable regulations
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Paylocity experience a plus but not required

Perks & Benefits Beyond the Basics: 

We know that hospitality starts from within, and that’s why we value the employee experience as much as we value our guests’ experience. From our competitive benefits package to our fun-loving spirit, we strive to create an environment that’s equal parts work and play. Our people will always be our first investment. We offer benefits and perks based on full or part time employment: 

Benefits: Full Time Associates:  

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision  

• Life insurance 

• Pet Insurance

• Short and long-term disability 

• Paid time off and holidays 

• Tuition assistance 

Financial & Occupational Wellness: All Associates 

• Competitive Compensation with incentives (incentives vary by position)

• 401K Savings Plan, 50% matching up to 10% of compensation

• Associate referral program 

• Brand and company training classes, workshops and conferences for career growth and development (varies by position)

Personal Wellness: All Associates

• Fundraising matching funds program 

• Team volunteer opportunities 

• 24/7 chaplain services 

• Exclusive hotel rate discounts 

Any state specific holiday, vacation or benefit requirements will apply.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.