POSITION SUMMARY

The Benefits Administrator supports the administrative needs of the Finance Department, focused on benefits administration.  In addition, the Benefits Administrator provides a high level of customer service to employees, new hires, vendors and third party administrators to ensure their needs are met. 

What you’ll do:

• Provide customer service support to internal and external customers, responding to inquiries in a timely manner.  Provide information as needed to ensure users understand options to make informed decisions, and elevate complex issues as necessary. 
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of assigned transactions which may include but are not limited to enrollments, terminations, status changes, and 401k.
• Establish and maintain accurate and appropriate records to ensure data integrity, currency and compliance.
• Follow appropriate policies and procedures to assure that Southland maintains compliance with all state and federal laws.

What you bring to the table:

• Intermediate-level knowledge of employee benefits.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.
• Able to analyze and resolve basic issues.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Proven ability to build relationships and work within a collaborative team.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with intermediate level ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc. required. 
• Able to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment.
• Two (2) + years of Benefits Administration or related experience required.
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• CBP or CEBS preferred.

YOU Matter 

PEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGN 

At Southland we aspire to build a workforce that’s as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement, and where people are treated with respect at all levels. 

If you’re someone with a true passion for our industry, a life-long learner, with high accountability and a drive for results we’re looking for you!  At Southland, we hire problem solvers that are focused on providing customer value through continuous improvement and will take ownership to create the best experiences that will have an impact wider than their own job.  We thrive on creating a strong company and culture where you’ll feel engaged, challenged, and valued. 

If you’re ready for the next big step in your career and want a career full of fun and excitement and to be a part of a fast-paced growing company, then JOIN our team and become a part of an organization that values PEOPLE, SAFETY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY & SUSTAINABILITY. 

Benefits: 

As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family: 

• 401(k) Plan with 50% Company Match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting 
• Annual incentive program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement 
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – 100% Paid for Employee 
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance 
• Disability Income Protection Insurance 

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care) 
• Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave 
• Numerous training opportunities and company paid membership for professional associations and licenses 

Pay:  Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For California this ranges from $23.00/hour-$27.00/hour plus annual incentive, benefits and retirement program as outlined above. 

For more information on Southland Industries, please visit our website: Southland Careers or on Facebook or LinkedIN  

To hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Career Video - Working at Southland 

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. 

**All employment offers are contingent upon successful, drug tests, background checks and professional reference checks. ** 

**We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time** 

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