<p>Job Description</p> <p>The Total Rewards Specialist provides essential administrative and operational support for employee wellness initiatives and recognition programs. Serving as a key liaison between the Total Rewards function and the broader employee population, this position ensures programs are delivered with accuracy and communicated clearly. This role helps to uphold data integrity, streamline internal workflows, and enhance the overall employee experience. The Specialist also supports the Director of Total Rewards with administrative tasks, coordination of employee benefits, wellness programming, and FMLA tracking to support COBRA administration.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <p>Benefits and Wellness Program Support</p> <ul> <li> <p>Assist in the day-to-day administration of employee benefit programs and wellness initiatives</p> </li><li> <p>Responding to inquiries with clarity and professionalism</p> </li><li> <p>Coordinate logistics for wellness-related initiatives and company-sponsored health events</p> </li><li> <p>Help maintain accurate records related to leave tracking and FMLA exhaustion to support COBRA transitions</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain internal documentation, resources, and communication materials to promote employee awareness and engagement</p> </li></ul> <p>Open Enrollment Assistance</p> <ul> <li> <p>Support the execution of the annual benefits open enrollment process, including system validation, communication deployment, and employee support</p> </li><li> <p>Monitor employee enrollment activity and assist with the resolution of system or eligibility-related issues</p> </li></ul> <p>Employee Recognition Program Administration</p> <ul> <li> <p>Serve as the primary coordinator for the organization's recognition platform (e.g., AwardCo), providing end-user assistance and managing routine updates</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate on initiatives aimed at enhancing program visibility and effectiveness</p> </li></ul> <p>Data Management and Reporting</p> <ul> <li> <p>Ensure accuracy of employee data within HR systems related to benefits and recognition programs</p> </li><li> <p>Prepare routine reports and audit documentation as needed for compliance and internal review</p> </li></ul> <p>Administrative Support and Collaboration</p> <ul> <li> <p>Provide direct administrative support to the Director of Total Rewards</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with HR team members to ensure consistency and efficiency in processes</p> </li><li> <p>Assist with drafting and distributing Total Rewards communications that align with company guidelines</p> </li><li> <p>Assist with delivery of Total Rewards content for new employee onboarding presentations</p> </li><li> <p>Monitor new employee benefits enrollment activity for completion via Workday</p> </li></ul> <p>Skills and Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</p> </li><li> <p>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with HRIS platforms preferred</p> </li><li> <p>Experience with Workday is required</p> </li><li> <p>Strong interpersonal and written communication skills</p> </li></ul> <p>Compensation:</p> <ul> <li>$55,200.00 - $77,300.00 </li></ul> <p>Education and Experience:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred</p> </li><li> <p>One to three years of experience in human resources, benefits, or total rewards support; payroll experience</p> </li></ul> <p>Physical Demands:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Prolonged sitting at a desk or workstation, often working on a computer for extended periods</p> </li><li> <p>Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and using office equipment</p> </li><li> <p>Occasional standing and walking, especially during meetings or collaborative sessions</p> </li><li> <p>Visual requirements such as close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus (important for reading reports or spreadsheets)</p> </li><li> <p>Speaking and hearing clearly to communicate with colleagues, vendors, and employees</p> </li><li> <p>Light lifting (e.g., boxes of materials or office supplies), though this is rare</p> </li></ul>