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CC407270 Human ResourcesSummary:Provides advanced expertise in benefits program delivery, reporting, and vendor management. Oversees open enrollment execution, serves as SME for complex benefit issues, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards through analytics and auditing.Additional Information:Required Education:High school diploma or general education degree (GED)Recommended Education:Bachelor's DegreeRequired Work Experience:Related Field - 7 years of experienceRecommended Work Experience:Required Certifications:Recommended Certifications:Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) - International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans, Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - HRCI, SHRM-CP - SHRMDescription1. Analyze claims, utilization, and employee data to identify trends.
2. Develop and distribute reports/dashboards for leadership.
3. Lead annual open enrollment planning, testing, and rollout.
4. Monitor vendor SLAs and escalate performance issues.
5. Ensure compliance with ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA.
6. Act as SME for escalated and complex employee benefit issues.
7. Recommend enhancements based on analytics.
8. Support cross-functional HR and Finance projects.
9. Perform other duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility, collaboration, and a service-oriented approach consistent with Arkansas Children’s mission and values.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- 7 years of related work experience
- Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS)
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - HRCI
- SHRM-CP
- Flu vaccination required
- Cannot be a current user of medical marijuana (safety-sensitive)
- Advanced expertise in benefits program delivery, reporting, and vendor management
- Experience analyzing claims, utilization, and employee data and developing reports/dashboards
- Knowledge of ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and COBRA compliance
- Experience leading annual open enrollment planning, testing, and rollout
- Experience monitoring vendor SLAs and escalating performance issues
- Ability to act as subject matter expert for escalated and complex employee benefit issues
- Ability to support cross-functional HR and Finance projects
What We Do
Arkansas Children's, Inc. is the only healthcare system in Arkansas solely dedicated to caring for children. The organization includes two hospitals, a research institute, and a non-profit foundation. It provides specialized pediatric care, including a Level 1 Trauma Center and neonatal intensive care, with a mission to champion children by making them better today and healthier tomorrow through comprehensive medical services and outreach programs.
