Benefits Specialist

A Day in the Life of Benefits Specialist:

The Benefits Specialist works alongside benefits leadership to support and coordinate the organization's employee benefits programs. Explains benefits programs to employees, assists with enrollment, benefits claims, resolution of claims issues, process payroll deductions and oversee wellness programs. Provides analytical, technical and compliance support in the delivery of the benefits programs. THIS IS AN ON-SITE POSITION IN CHEYENNE, WYOMING.

Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?

• ANCC Magnet Hospital
• 403(b) with 4% employer match
• 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
• Education Assistance Program
• Employer Sponsored Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Loan Forgiveness Eligible

Here Is What You Will Be Doing:

• Achieves benefits operational objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic plans.
• Reviews, prepares and completes action plans; implements production, productivity, quality, customer-service, safety, security, and health standards.
• Identifies and resolves problems; completes audits; identifies, develops, and implements system improvements.
• Identifies benefit options by studying programs; obtains advice from consultants; communicates recommendations to Benefits Partner and Director Human Resources.
• Provides customer service support to internal and external customers.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforces adherence to requirements; advises management on needed actions.
• Resolves employee questions and problems by interpreting benefit policies and procedures.
• Informs employees of benefit usage by preparing and distributing benefit reports.
• Performs analysis, benefits program administration, planning and overall execution in collaboration with the Benefits Administrator and Director Human Resources.
• Develops communication tools enhancing understanding of the company's benefits package; designs and distributes materials for benefits orientations, open enrollment and summary plan descriptions.

Desired Skills:

• Excellent people skills
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication and presentation skills
• Expert knowledge and ability sufficient to develop and apply procedures in complex assignments
• Professional knowledge and technical ability to analyze, design, test and implement systems and applications
• Possesses thorough knowledge and ability to develop and implement policies and procedures
• Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and ability in attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficient skills in MS Office, Outlook and Internet Explorer

Here Is What You Will Need:

• Associate’s degree or higher
  • OR, three (3) or more years of Human Resources experience

Nice To Have:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Human Resources certification or benefits certification

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!