Senior Benefits Specialist

Salary: $95,000 - $126,000
Location: Seattle - Hybrid

SUMMARY
Leads the design, implementation, administration, communication, and ongoing evaluation of the benefits & leave programs, policies, and procedures. Ensures that benefits, compensation & leave programs are competitive, equitable, and aligned with strategic objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES includes the following; additional duties may be assigned:

• Develop, implement, and maintain benefits and leave programs and policies, may include salary administration and job classification systems.
• Manage and administer key employee benefits such as retirement plan, ESOP, bonus plan, medical, dental and vision plans, disability, and life insurance.
• Manage and assist with the annual salary review process and performance-based compensation programs to ensure the organization is competitively positioned in the marketplace.
• Manage the open enrollment process, ensuring a smooth and timely experience for employees. Audit enrollment data to ensure the accuracy of payroll deductions and vendor file feeds.
• Manage leave programs including FMLA, disability, parental leave, and other regulatory and company-specific leave policies.
• Monitor employee eligibility in all total compensation programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, reporting requirements, and internal policies.
• Develop and maintain benefit communications, employee handbooks, and other related documents.
• Collaborate with HR team members and other departments to ensure seamless integration and alignment of compensation and benefits programs with overall HR strategy and business goals.
• Develop and deliver communication plans to educate employees about compensation and benefits programs.
• May evaluate position descriptions to determine job classifications and pay ranges.
• May conduct total compensation benchmarking and market analyses to ensure competitiveness and alignment with industry benchmarks.
• Analyze market trends, workforce data, and best practices to recommend improvements and enhancements to existing programs.
• Present information and updates to employees across all levels of the organization.
• Engage outside partners including insurance brokers, benefits vendors, and investment managers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation related to leave, compensation and benefits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ensures compliance with Manson's Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Conduct.
• Maintains a high standard of ethical behavior, encourages ethical behavior in others, supports ethical decisions and actively seeks appropriate resolution to potential ethical conflicts.
• Responsible for practicing safe work standards and promoting an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) work environment as a condition of employment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of applicable federal, multi-state, and local laws and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of compensation strategies, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team, with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of five years' experience in compensation and benefits management or a related role.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
SPHR/PHR, SHRM-SCP/SHRM-CP, CCP, CBP, or CEBS, desired.
Must have a valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record.

COMPUTERSKILLS
Proficiency with HRIS systems and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project).

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Minimal travel is required for this position. Position is primarily an office position, performs work at a desk. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. Employee must be able to wear the personal protective equipment (PPE) in order to conduct job site visits (hard hats, personal floatation devices, safety glasses, gloves, safety-toed shoes, respirators, etc.), and be able to navigate stairs, ladders, gangways, and to board, work on, and disembark floating vessels and structures.

Manson Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status. Manson is a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Recruiting, 206-762-0850, and recruiting@mansonconstruction.com.

Manson Construction offers our full-time employees a comprehensive and generous benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible employees and their families, employee assistance programs, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, paid time off, retirement plan with employer matching and ESOP, and an annual discretionary bonus.