BlueModus Looking for Human Resources Benefits Administrator at Colorado, United States Full Time

Benefits Administrator

About BlueModus:

We are a fully remote technology agency – composed of colleagues committed to transparency, efficiency, and helping. We approach our clients and colleagues with sincerity – and recognize that innovative tech solutions pair best with wholehearted teams. Great benefits, a 100% remote work environment, flexible schedules, and ongoing learning are part of BlueModus. But when you come to work here, you also become a part of an incredible team that we think separates us from other tech companies. We have created a culture that attracts bright, passionate, caring people who sincerely want to do their best for clients and each other.

What You Will Be Doing:

This is a hybrid role between administering and managing benefits for our team and helping with overall human resources responsibilities.

Benefits Administration:

• Administer and manage employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and other benefits, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding benefits, enrollment, and plan changes.
• Collaborate with benefit providers to negotiate terms, resolve issues, and continuously improve benefit offerings.
• Create and distribute educational materials to inform employees about available benefits and changes.
• Coordinate annual benefits, open enrollment, communication, and education to employees.
• Process benefits-related invoices and maintain accurate records of benefit plan participation.
• Assist in the development and communication of benefits policies and procedures.
• Process terminations, including benefits cessation and COBRA administration.

HR Administration:

• Assist with onboarding new employees, including paperwork, orientation, and benefit enrollment.
• Serve as backup for the HR Manager in their absence, handling HR-related tasks and ensuring continuity in HR operations, including employee inquiries, payroll processing, and policy enforcement.
• Assist in developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in HRIS systems.
• Participate in recruiting activities, interviews, and offer letters, and assist in coordinating the onboarding process for new hires.
• Support employee training and development initiatives, as well as performance management processes.
• Maintaining a positive and inclusive workplace culture and addressing employee concerns or issues.

What We Love Finding:

• While we are a 100% remote company, our preference is for this person to be located in the Denver area.
• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration and general human resources or equivalent work.
• Strong knowledge of HR systems and software.
• Familiarity with the ADP payroll system and multi-state payroll
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all company levels.
• Knowledge of labor law and HR best practices.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable and professional when speaking with colleagues and vendors.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Committed to meeting deadlines consistently.
• Effective time management and priority-setting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excels in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary between $60,000 to $80,000 based on experience, with quarterly bonuses and annual increases based on performance.
• Ability to work remotely at home – we are a 100% virtual company.
• A strong work/life balance with a focus that we all have – and should have – lives outside of work.
• Get the checkup you and your family need with excellent health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Recharge your batteries with 10 holidays and 20 paid days off.
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and 4% employer match.
• Challenging work with the opportunity to personally learn and grow.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities like conferences and training.
• A bright, passionate, caring team that holds each other accountable and has each other’s backs.
• Whether you are an early riser or a snooze master, pick a schedule with flexible working hours that works best for you.
• Team-building fun days and other company-sponsored activities in different cities throughout the year.