Benefits Specialist I

General Summary: Under the direction of the Benefits Assistant Manager, the Benefit Specialist (I, II, or III) will assist in the administration of all MCN benefit programs and will ensure timely and accurate processing of benefits administration and enrollment.

Candidate will be hired as a Benefits Specialist I, II, or III based on education and specific benefits administration experience. There is currently only one opening/position available.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the administration of all benefit programs including, but not limited to, health/dental/vision, life insurance, sick leave donation, AFLAC, Metlaw, COBRA, Worker's Compensation and 401k for Tribe and Independent Agencies.
2. Distributes all benefits enrollment materials and determines eligibility.
3. Coordinates with Training Specialist on new hire onboarding benefit enrollment.
4. Enrolls employees with carriers and process life status changes.
5. Assists with the open enrollment process.
6. Process and administer all leave-of-absence requests; initiate documentation, track required medical and personal certifications; prepare payroll adjustments; ensure compliance related to leave administration for FML, maternity leave, short term disability, and workers compensation.
7. Ensure the accuracy of all benefit enrollments in the HRIS to provide vendors with accurate eligibility information.
8. Review and update enrollments timely; prior to payroll deadlines.
9. Advise Benefits Assistant Manager of benefit related issues and provide resolution.
10. Provide on-going customer service and response to inquiries regarding

benefit related policies, procedures and programs to active and separated employees and beneficiaries.

1. Maintain knowledge of regulatory changes related to benefits administration; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in practice to the Benefits Assistant Manager.
2. Analyze and interpret data to create reports on a weekly/quarterly/as needed basis in areas of responsibility.
3. Responsible to maintain HIPPA compliance.
4. Maintain employee benefit files and other related records, including the shared drive.
5. Responsible to maintain HIPPA compliance.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Benefits Specialist III

Performs work requiring advanced knowledge and exercises discretion and judgement.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field; experience and/or other training/certification may be substituted for education.

Experience: Three years related experience in benefits administration.

Special skills:

1. Knowledge of principles, practices, terminology, laws and regulations of benefits administration.

Benefits Specialist II

Performs work requiring advanced knowledge and exercises discretion and judgement.

Education:

Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field; experience and/or other training/certification may be substituted for education.

Experience:

Two years related experience in benefits administration.

Special skills:

1. Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.

Benefits Specialist I

Education: One High School Diploma or GED.

Experience:

One-year related experience in benefits administration. College courses in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field may be substituted for experience.

Special skills:

1. Knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.

All Positions

1. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
2. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
4. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
5. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
6. Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn MCN's HRIS system and benefit vendor systems.

Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver s License

Preferred Requirements:

Education: Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.

Experience: Five years' experience.

Special skills: Experience working in a diverse multi-cultural organization. Knowledge of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation.

Certifications and licenses: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or THRP.

Preference: Muscogee and Indian preference.