Senior Benefits Specialist

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Who we are:
The Association of American Medical Colleges is a not-for-profit association dedicated to transforming health care by supporting the entire spectrum of medical education, medical research, patient care, and community collaborations conducted by our member institutions. We are dedicated to the communities we serve and steadfast in our goal to improve the health of people everywhere. The AAMC strives to make a positive impact not only in your career, but in your life. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which features:
- Significant employer 403(b) contribution
- Public transportation subsidy
- Generous paid time off program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program that includes: discounted gym membership, onsite yoga and sponsored sports teams
How will you make an impact?
As a member of the Total Rewards team, the Sr. Benefits Specialist will serve as the first point of contact for all retirement, benefits and welfare related questions and escalating, if necessary, to the appropriate team member. This role will provide customer service support to AAMC staff along with administrative support to the Benefits manager.
Customer Service
Provides day to day coordination of our Retirement and welfare plans and is the first point of contact for all Leaves of Absence and Retirement inquiries
Responds to verbal and written inquiries related to retirement and leave requests ensuring timely resolution and compliance
Serves as liaison between the employees and benefit vendors when needed and coordinates employee resolution with third party vendors.
Administration
Assists with the administration of AAMC's leave of absence policies including leave banks and FML, Short Term and Long-Term disability and sick leave trust program
Builds a strong relationship with Leave program administrators including in house Payroll team to ensure effective communication, reporting and delivery of benefits entitlements.
Be the main point of contact for the reconciling, code, and processing of all benefits invoices timely.
Initiate ergonomic assessments and reasonable accommodations as needed to our carriers
Assist with timely distribution of required benefits legal notices
Processing of workers' compensation claims and coordination with insurance carrier as well as help compile data for end-of year reporting
Maintains excellent benefit records in HRIS and/or other tracking tools.
Administers AAMC's transit subsidy program through WMATA's Smart Benefits program, which includes but not limited to; enrollment processing, communications, and monthly reporting
Support
Provide periodic administrative support to Benefits Manager for projects such as upcoming benefit/welfare events and benefit education/highlights including management training
What will you bring to the role?
Bachelor's Degree with 5 years related HR experience
Proficient in Workday human capital management system, or similar HRIS
Strong Microsoft Suite - Mastery in Excel strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience in customer service
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Must be detailed oriented
Must be able to multi-task in a fast past environment.
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
Must be discreet and able to maintain confidentiality
Remote Work Eligibility
This position is eligible for remote work in the continental US
If a bachelor's degree is required, related work experience may be substituted in some positions. One year of college course work at an accredited institution is equivalent to one year of related work experience.
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Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer. The AAMC is committed to the policy of an equal employment opportunity in recruitment, hiring, career advancement, and all other personnel practices. The AAMC will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, past or current military service, or any other legally protected characteristic.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
The AAMC is committed to providing and maintaining a safe work environment for all
taking measures to secure workforce continuity, and promoting the health and wellbeing of our members, stakeholders, and our communities at large.
T
herefore, the
AAMC
requires its
employees
to
be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees will be required to show proof they are fully vaccinated
O
nly vaccines that have beenapprovedor granted EmergencyUseAuthorization(EUA)by the FDA,orlisted foremergency usebythe World Health Organization (WHO)will be accepted.
More information on acceptable vaccines can be found
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