Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Manage day-to-day administration of all benefit and retirement programs, such as medical, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, short and long-term disability, and 401(k).

- Function as second-tier support for benefits inquiries from third party administrators.

- Provide key support for the annual Open Enrollment projects, including presenting benefit plans and/or changes to employees.

- Manage limited scope projects.

- Collaborate with external vendors and consultants, as well as internal communications experts, to develop ongoing benefits communications that engage employees using various tools.

- Partner with the Maximus Wellness team to administer and maintain company wellness initiatives

- Update benefits communication internally as required for compliance

- Maintain Summary Plan Descriptions, Plan Documents, Benefit Summaries and Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBCs).

- Manage the short and long-term disability benefit programs by collaborating with the internal Accommodations and Leave Team.

- Effectively interpret FMLA and ADAAA implications as it relates to leaves of absence/disabilities and benefit administration.

- Assist with preparation of reports and applications required by law to be filed with federal and state agencies (e.g., Form 5500, Non-Discrimination Testing, ACA reporting, etc.).

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or related field is required.

- 5 - 7 years of solid benefits administration experience, preferably in a government contracting environment.

- PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.

- Experience with Service Contract Act (SCA) benefit administration desired.

- Experience with Workday preferred.

- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

- Ability to communicate highly effectively, both verbally and in writing.

- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced benefits department.

- Basic mathematical skills commensurate with ability to create and maintain complex spreadsheets, successfully manage HRIS and data audits, and manage billing reconciliations.

- High standards of quality and accuracy; attention to detail a must.

- Excellent and responsive customer service skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including navigation/translation of legal plan documents. Proven experience writing direct-to-employee communications.

- Must be self-motivated and results oriented; must take ownership of projects and produce results.

- Ability to manage confidential and/or sensitive issues and policies.

- Experience with ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act) Compliance and Escalations preferred

- Experience with UKG and/or Alight preferred

- Ability to interpret plan documents and identify process improvement opportunities preferred

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews, -please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.

Minimum Salary

$

70, 000.00

Maximum Salary

$

100, 000.00