Benefits Specialist - Shield AI : Job Details

Join to apply for the Benefits Specialist role at Shield AIContinue with Google Continue with Google2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Benefits Specialist role at Shield AIGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Sign in to access AI-powered advices Continue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia), Shield AI's technology actively supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X , YouTube and Instagram.This is a fantastic opportunity to join our growing People Experience team. The HR Benefits Specialist is part of our Total Rewards team and will play a key role in supporting our domestic, global, and leave benefit programs. You will serve as an internal resource for our employees, as well as liaise with our external benefits consultants. The position is full-time on-site in any of our three locations: Arlington, VA, Frisco, TX, or San Diego, CA.What you'll do:Administer U.S. and international benefit programs including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending, wellness and perksWork with benefits brokers to manage vendor relationships including troubleshooting weekly vendor file feeds/integrationsPartner with third party administrators to investigate discrepancies, claim issues, and provide information in non-routine situationsPartner with the payroll team to ensure proper benefits deductions or payments are made on a timely basisAdminister U.S. and international retirement benefitsAssist with annual renewal and open enrollment activities including reviewing communications and enrollment system testingSupport leave of absence administration cases, including general administration, and compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., FMLA, CFRA, PDL, PFL, ADA, Parental leave)Respond to benefit related questionsReview and approve benefit elections in the enrollment system (UKG)Promote Wellness events and initiatives, such as coordinating: health fairs, flu shots and biometrics, etc.Manage benefits compliance audits and reportingRelated duties as assignedRequired qualifications:Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience in employee benefit plan administrationWorking knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, IRS Codes (as they apply to health and welfare plans), and other statutes governing employer sponsored benefit plansWorking knowledge of Federal, State and local regulations related to leaves including FMLA, state specific entitlements, ADA, company specific leave programs and all associated wage replacement optionsPreferred qualifications:Obsessively detailed-oriented and meticulousSelf-directed, motivated, comfortable operating in ambiguityStrong trouble-shooting/ problem-solving skills to provide a positive employee experienceAbility to develop strong and trusting relationships to foster long-term client relationships resulting in effective client managementAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and manage conflicting prioritiesStrong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skillsFlexible and available to interact with employees at all levelsTake initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementationStrong computer skills such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint are required$80,000 - $123,000 a yearFull-time regular employee offer package:Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + EquityTemporary employee offer package:Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.###Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. 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