Benefits Coordinator- Portland, Oregon

at  Pae Consulting Engineers Inc

WHO WE ARE

We are a firm that values and respects our staff, fosters an environment that encourages learning and growth, and is committed to the success of our clients.

At PAE, we like to think of ourselves as a little bit different from most engineering firms. Here’s why:

• We care intensely about envisioning and creating sustainable building systems and work every day to break new ground in the world of sustainable design.
• We have a close affinity to the visions of the architects we work with; we understand the need for beauty as well as practicality.
• We value creativity as much as we value precision.
• We understand that the visionary people we want to hire need to experience the world in order to change the world, and we work hard to support that need.

The Benefits Coordinator is responsible for managing and administering the employee benefits programs for PAE. These programs may include health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, employee assistance, and other benefits. This position works closely with human resources, payroll, and external vendors to ensure that the benefits programs are compliant, competitive, and cost-effective.

• Administer and maintain employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, employee assistance, and other benefits
• Manage and administer leave of absence programs, such as FMLA, ADA, and PTO
• Communicate and educate employees on the benefits programs, policies, and procedures
• Process enrollments, changes, terminations, and claims for the benefits programs
• Coordinate and assist with benefits orientations, open enrollment, and wellness events
• Resolve benefits-related issues and inquiries from employees and vendors
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to benefits, such as ERISA, COBRA, ACA, and HIPAA
• Prepare and maintain benefits reports, records, and documents
• Research and analyze benefits trends and best practices and make recommendations for improvements
• Perform benefits audits and reconciliations and ensure accuracy of data and payments
• Assist with benefits budgeting and forecasting