AFSCME · 9 hours ago
Human Resources Associate I/II
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
3+ years expAFSCME is seeking a Human Resources Associate I/II to provide data, analytical, and organizational support for various human resources and benefit plan operations. The role includes responsibilities such as data collection, record keeping, and maintaining contact with benefit providers and plan participants.
AssociationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Review and verify employer and employee participation records and census data for accuracy and compliance with employee benefit plan provisions
Collects data necessary to perform required compliance testing for qualified benefit plans. Resolves discrepancies through participating employer staff
Perform and review annual ADP Testing
Create, update and verify benefit and HR related data and records including staff, participant and affiliate contact lists necessary for overall administration of benefit plans
Assists in the overall administration of the Pension Plan
Maintains records for pension plan contributions, which includes reconciling monthly contribution receipts to bank statements and follow up with delinquencies. Advises supervisor of delinquencies and discrepancies
Prepare and distribute notifications required to ensure compliance with benefit plans provisions and applicable laws
Manage 401 (k) loans including delinquency issues
Monitors and ensures receipt and accuracy of receivables for Pension, Health, Life and 401(k) payments
Acts as liaison with other departments, including Accounting, to provide human resources and benefits data for operations, benefit plans and other required audits
Resolves specific confidential employee questions or issues relating to benefits by reviewing benefit plan policies and procedures
Process monthly short-term and long-term disability payments
Process enrollments and may assist with reimbursements related to the Dependent Care Plan
Processes enrollments, contributions and loan payments related to the Salary Savings Plan
Notifies International payroll department and affiliate representatives of those Salary Savings Plan participants who have initiated loans, hardship withdrawals and loan status changes
Review and maintain updated benefit documents on IU Connect for staff as needed
May be required to perform other related benefits and human resources duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with course work in human resources management or benefit preferred, or relevant work history, including experience and training in Benefits and Human Resources database systems with a minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in benefits administration, human resources with employee benefits as a specialty, accounting or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Thorough knowledge of automated accounting systems, software, principles and practices
Moderate ability and skills necessary to use spreadsheet and other software (including Excel, automated accounting and HRIS systems) to create and manipulate data to achieve required reports
Knowledge of defined benefit, defined contribution and employee benefit plans
Knowledge of administration processes or procedures for defined benefit or contribution plans
Knowledge of health, life, STD, LTD and AD&D benefit plans
Knowledge of human resources management systems, software, principles and practices
Thorough knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, 401(k) regulations and other employment and benefit related laws and policies
Thorough knowledge of Benefits and Human Resources practices, procedures and policies
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
Ability to handle confidential employee information and confidential matters with employees
Strong interpersonal skills and effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to apply policies, procedures and standards, conduct research, and make logical conclusions
Ability to perform multiple tasks under tight timelines
Benefits
401 (k) loans
Short-term and long-term disability payments
Dependent Care Plan
Company
AFSCME
AFSCME is the nation’s largest and fastest growing public services employees union with more than 1.6 million working and retired members.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Angela Seward
ACCOUNTING CLERK II
J Michael Downey
President Rhode Island Council 94 AFSCME,AFL/CIO
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