Benefits Administrator

Join Skookum and make a difference! Skookum is:

• A national leader in employment of individuals with disabilities and veterans.

• Comprised of a growing dynamic team of social entrepreneurs.

• Operating self-sustaining businesses across 13 states and the District of Columbia, with over 1,300 employees.

• Dedicated to providing incredible customer experience to our federal and private-sector customers.

• Committed to providing an incredible employee support and development program, tailored to the social mission.

Skookum's Bremerton, Washington Home Office supports nationwide operations through highly trained and motivated professionals in finance, human resources, vocational and workforce development, information systems, strategy, business development, communications, marketing, quality, safety, learning, and more.

Location: Bremerton, Washington

Type: Non-Exempt, hourly

Compensation: $26.75 - $32.75/hour (Skookum's compensation strategy is to position new employees between the minimum and midpoint of this range, depending on qualifications and experience.)

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (Flexible start and end times depending on scheduling needs. This is currently a hybrid position with at least 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely. Schedule is based off business needs.)

As a Benefits Administrator, you'll be responsible for timely administration of organization-wide benefits plans (medical, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, supplemental, retirement plans, etc.) to a large and diverse workforce. Conduct frequent enrollment meetings and educational sessions related to benefit plans. Routine accurate data entry is essential in this role.

• Ensure employee education and understanding of the benefits programs by counseling employees/dependents to make informed decisions on their benefit plans, and applicable payroll deductions.

• Ensure accurate and timely entries in Skookum Benefits and Retirement plan(s). Coordinate daily benefits processing including enrollments, terminations, and status changes in Workday, the company's HRIS system and any third-party systems. Review all benefit events for accuracy.

• Work with the team to coordinate activities to support and successfully execute annual open enrollment and ACA enrollment events including presentations.

• Process life and disability claims accurately and timely.

• Assure timely compliance with COBRA guidelines by notifying the third-party Administrator of eligibility.

• Maintain integrity of employee benefit files and guarantees all benefits documents are filed and/or uploaded electronically in the appropriate location in a timely manner.

• Review and reconcile monthly benefit invoices with accuracy and timeliness for submission and further processing by the union, vendor, and Skookum's Finance Department.

• Participate in developing departmental communications, goals, objectives/processes, and systems.

• Monitor supplies for each location and coordinates access to appropriate materials.

• Pursue continual advanced Workday training to become proficient in benefit transactions and business processes.

• Maintain a professional-level customer service focused environment by communicating effectively with all internal and external customers including employees, co-workers, carriers, vendors, and benefits consultants.

• Maintain close communication with HR team, managers, and employees regarding leave of absence effect on benefits eligibility and payroll deductions.

• Work collaboratively with finance and payroll departments to ensure accurate and timely employer and employee deductions and contributions to benefit plans.

• Perform regular self-audits and manage weekly benefits reports to ensure completion and accuracy of benefit events and records.

• Must be sensitive to business needs and employee goodwill and be adaptable and flexible to changing needs and demands. Must be mission driven and passionate about working with a diverse population including persons with disabilities.

• Must always act with the utmost discretion in a confidential environment with highly sensitive information, in a timely manner, while ensuring accuracy. Understands and follows HIPAA laws and regulations as applicable to each employee's situation and maintains confidential paper and electronic records.

• Regular and consistent site visits to in-state direct labor work locations for employee support and potential location start-ups are vital in this role and are required. Occasional national travel may be required.

• Other duties/projects as assigned*

You'd make an excellent Benefits Administrator if you:

• Consider yourself a people person.

• Love working on collaborative teams.

• Are dedicated to internal and external customer service.

• Take pride in your work.

• Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work.

Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Summary of desired skills and experience for the Skookum Benefits Administrator:

• Associate's Degree required

• 3-5 Years of experience in Human Resources, Benefits, or Claims Processing required

• Combination of previous experience and education allowed

• A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum's insurance.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.skookum.org to complete an application.

Current Employees: need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance.

Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or emailrecruiting@skookum.org.