Benefits Specialist in Houston, Texas at AES Drilling Fluids LLC

AES Drilling Fluids is seeking a Benefits Specialist! The role reports to the Human Resources Manager and administers and supports employee benefit programs, leave of absence processes, and benefits-related compliance activities. The Benefits Specialist collaborates with employees, managers, carriers, and third-party administrators to ensure accurate benefits administration, exceptional employee support, and compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.

We offer fantastic benefits!

• Employer paid life insurance & disability
• Affordable medical / dental / vision
• Paid time off / generous holidays
• 401K - 6% match
• Many other benefits

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Administer and support employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, COBRA, and other company-sponsored plans.
2. Manage benefit enrollments, life event changes, terminations, and employee benefit inquiries.
3. Coordinate annual open enrollment activities, employee communications, and educational initiatives.
4. Assist with administration of the Company's self-funded health plan, including vendor, broker, and stop-loss carrier relationships.
5. Administer and track leave programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation, and other leaves of absence.
6. Maintain benefits and leave records within the HRIS and ensure data accuracy.
7. Support benefits compliance activities, audits, regulatory reporting, and plan documentation.
8. Provide exceptional customer service while promoting employee understanding and utilization of company benefit programs.

• 3-5 years of employee benefits administration experience required.
• Strong knowledge of self-funded health plans, open enrollment, and leave administration, including FMLA and ADA.
• Experience with HRIS systems, benefits enrollment platforms, and vendor management.
• Working knowledge of benefits compliance, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, and HIPAA.
• Experience supporting a multi-state workforce preferred.
• CEBS, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or related certification preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Strong understanding of employee benefits administration.
• Working knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, and ADA regulations.
• Knowledge of self-funded insurance plans and stop-loss coverage.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.