Roaring Fork Transportation Authority Hiring for Human Resources Benefits Manager Job at Carbondale, CO Full Time

OVERVIEW OF JOB DUTIES (See also detailed Job Description available on RFTA.com):

Manages all phases of Human Resources Benefits program, by developing, implementing, administering, and maintaining all benefits programs, policies, and procedures. Works with Director of Human Resources & Risk Management and Team to continually evaluate the Benefits Program, keep updated on Employment Law, Policies and Procedures, Reporting; Compliance and Employee issues, and other HR best practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Manages with all aspects of employee benefits, including assisting with new hire benefits enrollment, assists with billing and audits of benefits, employer surveys, and all other aspects of benefits.
• Plans and coordinates Open Enrollment sessions, new hire benefits sessions, as well as other informational, in service and training presentations.
• Participates in selection of the benefits broker. Works closely with benefits providers, administrators, and benefits broker on all facets of employee benefit programs. Maintains relations with vendors.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing laws and regulations and updates to legal requirements.
• Assists with Employee Programs to promote RFTA’s many programs and benefits to each employee.
• Assists employees in paperwork for FMLA, Worker’s Compensation, and Disability.
• Assists with disciplinary and termination meetings with staff, investigates claims and complaints.
• Serves as a knowledgeable resource and back up for each area in human resources.

KNOWLEDGE AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a liberal arts discipline desired; a major in Human Resources Management or related field of study desired but not required. PHR or SPHR Certification desired, but not required. Other Human Resources and/or employee benefits certifications desired, but also not required.
• Three to Five (3-5) years of HR experience in the private or public sector
• Excellent communication and outgoing customer service skills are essential. This position requires daily interaction with employees to assist with questions and concerns (Spanish strongly desired, but not required).
• Must be in possession of a valid Colorado driver license at all times.
• Expert coaching, counseling, problem solving and conflict resolutions skills.
• Required that you be able to safeguard sensitive information and confidentiality.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (outlook, word, and excel knowledge required)

JOB CLASSIFICATION, JOB LOCATION AND WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time Regular Position, with regular office hours in Carbondale and Aspen, requires flexible schedule that will include working holidays.

If you have questions, please contact Kipling at (970) 384-4854, or by electronic mail to [email protected].

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