22nd Century Technologies Inc. · 1 day ago
Human resource Specialist/ HR Assistant (Benefits)
Providence, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$28/hr - $28/hr
3+ years exp22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. They are seeking a Benefits Specialist to assist in the administration and maintenance of various employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while managing relationships with insurers and vendors.
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Responsibilities
The Benefits Specialist reports to the Administrator, Operations Management in the Employee Benefits Unit and assists in the administration and maintenance of a variety of employee benefits programs
These programs include medical, dental, vision insurance; group life; prepaid legal; short-term disability; cancer care; dependent care; flexible benefits; deferred compensation; COBRA, and other programs
The person in this role should have in-depth knowledge of employee benefits and will ensure program compliance with the federal tax laws and state regulations impacting benefits programs
The incumbent will oversee all aspects of the state's employee benefit programs including developing, recommending, and manage the various benefits and wellness programs and systems
He/she will conduct surveys as needed, researching, and recommending new or modified programs ensuring maximum coverage and value
This person will act as a direct contact with insurers, vendors, agency HR representatives, employees, and retirees for service issues, problem resolution, and technical support
The incumbent will also prepare correspondence including letters, rate charts, and forms for the Office of Employee benefits including COBRA, deferred compensation, life, and health benefits rate schedules (active and retirees) for distribution to state agencies
The person in this position must remain current on trends and regulations related to the benefits industry and demonstrate progressively more responsible experience administering such programs
In addition, the successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, and possess working knowledge of and the ability to interpret laws, rules, and regulations governing the administration and maintenance of employee benefit programs
Knowledge of benefits program administration in the public sector is preferable
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in Human Resources, or a related field
Three years' experience as an employee benefits administrator
Three years' experience in human resources
Ability to commute to Providence, RI 02908
In-person work location
Preferred
Knowledge of benefits program administration in the public sector
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Group life
Prepaid legal
Short-term disability
Cancer care
Dependent care
Flexible benefits
Deferred compensation
COBRA
Company
22nd Century Technologies Inc.
22nd Century Technologies is an IT Systems Integrator, Software Products and Consulting Company
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Anil Sharma
Chief Executive Officer
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