Benefits & Leave Specialist

About Us

We are one of the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors in Indiana and among the preeminent specialty contractors in the nation. We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio-fuel projects.

Job Summary

Shambaugh & Son is seeking a  Benefits & Leave Specialist to serve as a key resource for employees across the organization. In this role, you'll manage employee benefits programs, administer leave of absence processes, support regulatory compliance initiatives, and provide expert guidance to employees and managers. The ideal candidate combines strong customer service skills with a detailed understanding of benefits administration, leave management, and employee communications. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the employee experience while partnering with teams across the company to ensure our benefits programs operate efficiently and effectively.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain and present employee benefit orientations
• Admin of benefits and PTO program (Employee Navigator)
• Work cross-functionally with departments to ensure their employees complete their benefit enrollments in a timely manner
• Function as a SME for all benefits and leave issues
• Process reports and answer questions for insurance providers
• Maintain and process payroll deduction reports to field and office payroll
• Maintain and process the annual deduction report
• Manage the annual health screening process for all benefit eligible employees
• Create and present quarterly training for all employees on a benefit topic
• Process the 5500 Notice to employees
• Manage and ensure compliance to ACA reporting process
• Assist with Verification of Employment
• Administer and ensure compliance for all leaves; FMLA/CFRA/ADA/STD/LTD
• Administer the degree assistance program
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or other HR related field preferred
• Minimum 2 years of benefits experience and leave administration
• Knowledge of employment laws for various states
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrable experience in recruiting
• Effective negotiating skills
• Ability to travel when necessary (less than 25%)
• Knowledge in MS Office, and various HRIS
• Planning/organizational skills

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Benefits

We are committed to providing Shambaugh & Son employees and their families with a comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include multiple medical plan options, dental, vision, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) with company contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), company-paid life insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company contribution, disability coverage, critical illness coverage, and accident insurance.

 

Employees also have access to a variety of company-provided resources at no cost that support work, life, and family responsibilities, including mental health, wellness, finance, and legal services. Education benefits for employees include Tuition Reimbursement and College Coach to assist with educational decisions.

 

Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave. Other incentives are available based on position level and/or job specifics.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Affirmative Action Policy

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