About Us:
Midwest Motors is a family-owned and operated company with 5 dealerships located across the Twin Cities area. Brands include Honda, Toyota, Nissan and Ford. The Human Resources department supports our 750+ employees, and is an onsite position based in Inver Grove Heights, MN.
Position Summary:
The Full-Time Benefits Specialist is responsible for administration for all benefit plans, manage third party vendor relationships, workers compensation management, leave of absence management, and other HR support as needed.
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer employee benefits, including new enrollments, qualifying life event changes, terminations, and ongoing maintenance.
- Manage all aspects of employee leave programs, including Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Short-Term Disability (STD), Workers' Compensation, and other leave types, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, policies, and eligibility requirements.
- Review, track, and manage PFML eligibility criteria, required documentation, leave timelines, and employee communications throughout the leave process.
- Partner with managers and employees across the organization to coordinate leave requests, provide guidance, and ensure a smooth return-to-work process.
- Oversee annual Open Enrollment activities, including employee communications, system updates, and benefit elections.
- Collaborate with Payroll to ensure accurate benefit deductions, adjustments, and reconciliations.
- Track benefit invoices and maintain accounting schedules to ensure accurate billing and timely payments.
- Monitor and respond to the HR shared inbox, providing timely, professional assistance and escalating issues when appropriate.
- Support additional Human Resources projects and administrative tasks as needed to contribute to departmental success.
- Cross-train with HR team members to provide effective backup coverage and maintain continuity of operations.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience administering employee benefits for a mid-sized organization (approximately 500–1,000 employees).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience managing employee leave of absence programs, including FMLA, Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), Short-Term Disability (STD), Workers' Compensation, and other applicable leave types.
- Working knowledge of federal and state leave regulations, benefit eligibility requirements, and applicable compliance standards.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft 365 suite; experience using HRIS and benefits administration systems is preferred.
- Working knowledge of accounting principles, general ledger processes, invoice reconciliation, and benefit billing.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with employees, managers, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly when handling confidential employee information and data entry.
Work Environment:
- Fast-paced department
- Frequent communication with employees and managers
- Primarily indoor work environment.
- Team-oriented dealership culture focused on efficiency and customer satisfaction
Compensation and Benefits:
- Base Salary: $29.00 - $34.00 per hour depending on experience (non-exempt position)
Benefits Package:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Paid Time off and Holidays
- Employee Discounts on vehicles and service
Why Choose Inver Grove Honda?
At Inver Grove Honda, we’re committed to helping you thrive. Here’s what makes us a standout choice for your career development:
- Hands-On Learning: Work in a state-of-the-art service department with expert mentors.
- Supportive Team: Collaborative environment focused on growth and excellence.
- Career Advancement: Long-term growth with clear opportunities at Inver Grove Honda.
Pay: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Benefits administration: 2 years (Required)
- Leave management: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
