Benefits Specialist

Job Title: Benefits Specialist

Location (city, state): Washington, DC - hybrid schedule

Industry: Public Policy

Pay: $25-28/hr, depending on experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first point of contact for employees regarding benefits policies and procedures.
• Monitor and respond to the benefit email ticketing system within one business day.
• Conduct benefits overview at new hire orientation and maintain enrollment materials.
• Ensure timely completion of benefit enrollments, separations, and coverage changes.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly benefit premium invoices and billing.
• Process monthly transportation enrollment and other inquiries in Workday system.
• Assist with ad hoc projects, including surveys, data analysis, and presentations.
• Maintain and update leave charts and posters for compliance.
• Collaborate with HR Liaison, Senior HR Business Partners, and program staff on leave matters.
• Prepare leave paperwork and monitor return to work and/or leave extensions.
• Support benefit enhancement projects and assist in planning benefits and wellness events.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of benefits experience required.
• Strong preference for candidates with experience in large organizations.
• Knowledge of Section 125, FMLA, ADA, ACA, ERISA, and COBRA laws.
• Proficiency in Workday preferred and advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Attention to detail, confidentiality, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Details:

• Background check required.
• Contract position through January 2025

Perks:

• Opportunity to support a dynamic HR team within a public policy client.
• Hybrid work schedule.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.