EDP · 14 hours ago
Benefits Specialist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expEDP is seeking a Benefits Specialist to support employees with day-to-day benefits administration and operational execution. This role involves managing benefits onboarding, employee inquiries, vendor coordination, and compliance reporting, ensuring processes run smoothly and accurately.
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Hiring Manager
Adam Greene
Responsibilities
Assist with benefits onboarding and ensure new hire make elections or waive coverage within the eligibility period
Maintain data accuracy across HRIS and benefits platforms through timely updates, audits, and reconciliation
Coordinate and process benefit changes, and invoice requests in a timely and accurate manner, escalating issues as needed
Manage EDP Connect by maintaining current benefits content and coordinating with vendors on notifications and employee messaging
Support wellness initiatives by coordinating logistics, prize tracking, and reward distribution
Serve as the first point of contact for general benefits questions
Resolve routine inquiries independently
Escalate complex or sensitive issues with appropriate context and documentation
Track carrier invoices and payment status
Identify discrepancies and prepare summaries for review
Submit, track, and monitor vendor support tickets as needed
Partner with Finance to reconcile carrier invoices and ensure accurate internal coding
Administer all leave programs, including FMLA, state-specific leaves, company medical leave, parental leave, personal leave, military leave, and ADA accommodations
Serve as the primary contact for employees requesting leave; explain rights, responsibilities, timelines, and return to work processes
Review and process leave request, medical certifications, extensions, and return to work documentation
Track leave time, eligibility, and usage in accordance with federal/state laws and company policies
Coordinate with payroll regarding timekeeping, pay adjustments, and benefits deductions during leave
Ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, and state leave regulations
Communicate leave status updates to managers while protecting employee confidentiality
Manage logistics, timelines, and system setup for open enrollment
Coordinate materials and employee communications (print + digital)
Track enrollment completion and prepare reports
Maintain audit-ready documentation (i.e., Plan documents (SPDs, SBCs), carrier contracts and amendments, open Enrollment material, benefit guides and employee communications, COBRA notices and election records, eligibility files and enrollment confirmations
Pull recurring reports and eligibility files (i.e., Payroll /benefits comparison deduction reports, open enrollment summary reports, and new hire enrollment reports)
Support COBRA administrative processes
Other duties as assigned and needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, or closely related field
3-4 years of benefits experience
Knowledge of HR systems and state/federal regulations
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Company
EDP
EDP is a rapidly growing company — with deep experience in retail and commercial propane sales, operations and finance.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Casper, CPA
EVP and Chief Financial Officer
Boyd H McGathey
President & Chief Operating Officer
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