Apply on Employer Site

Ilitch Companies · 17 hours ago

Benefits Specialist - Contract

Detroit, MI

Contract

Hybrid

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Ilitch Companies is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Benefits Specialist to join their Benefits team. This entry-level position involves supporting the daily operations of colleague benefits programs and assisting with benefits-related inquiries to enhance the employee experience.

Food and BeverageHospitalityTravel

Responsibilities

Benefits Administration Support: Assist with the daily administrative functions of colleagues benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans

Colleague Assistance: Serve as a point of contact for colleague’s benefits-related questions and assist with issues related to enrollment, life events, and plan coverage

Data Entry and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate colleague benefits records in the HR system. Update colleague benefits information as needed and ensure data integrity

Compliance Support: Help ensure benefits programs comply with applicable laws and regulations, such as ACA, FMLA, COBRA, and HIPAA. Assist with documentation and reporting for compliance purposes

Benefits Communication: Help prepare and distribute benefits communications, including benefits guides, plan summaries, and updates to colleagues

Colleague Education: Assist in organizing benefits information sessions or webinars to help colleagues understand their benefits options

Qualification

Benefits administrationWorkdayEmployee benefits programsHR complianceMicrosoft OfficeCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

1-2 years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR field

Hands-on experience using Workday for benefits management

Knowledge of employee benefits programs and basic HR compliance requirements

Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Preferred

Basic knowledge of benefits laws, including ACA, FMLA, COBRA, and HIPAA

Experience with benefits communication tools or platforms

Company

Ilitch Companies

The Ilitch Companies' family of businesses represent leading brands in the food, sports and entertainment industries, including Little Caesars, Blue Line Distribution, the Detroit Red Wings, Olympia Entertainment, the Detroit Tigers, Olympia Development, Little Caesars Pizza Kit Fundraising Program, Champion Foods, MotorCity Casino Hotel, Ocean Casino Resort, and Tenda.

Founded in 1999

Detroit, Michigan, USA

10001+ employees