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The New York Times

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Norfolk
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant bachelor’s degree, 4+ years in benefits admin, 2+ years with Workday HCM, JIRA familiarity, and advanced skills in Excel and Microsoft 365/Google Suite.
  • You will manage employee benefits programs, oversee enrollment and compliance, handle inquiries, process payroll adjustments, and implement process improvements for a seamless benefits experience.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience with benefits administration expertise.
  • 4+ years of experience in benefits administration with demonstrated lead responsibilities.
  • 2+ years using Workday HCM, specifically Workday Benefits.
  • Familiar with JIRA or similar ticketing tracking system.
  • Advance user of Microsoft 365 and Google Suite, specifically Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance/AD&D, wellness initiatives, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, and voluntary benefits.
  • Manage the benefits enrollment processes, ensuring accuracy within Workday, including enrollments, COBRA administration, terminations, changes, and life event updates.
  • Be a primary contact for employee and vendor benefits inquiries, offering expert guidance on plan eligibility, enrollments, and changes while assisting with the resolution of potential issues.
  • Process and review benefit integration files to ensure the accuracy of all benefits data and coordinate with vendors.
  • Process and approve payroll adjustments related to benefits changes.
  • Manage the annual open enrollment process and facilitate a benefits overview for new hires.
  • Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local benefits regulations (ACA, ERISA, HIPPA, COBRA) and submit required filing.
  • Administer the shared benefits email and department phone line, responding to inquiries and developing standardized responses for efficiency.
  • Implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and employee experience within benefits administration.
  • Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.
  • You will report to the Sr. Manager of Employee Services.

FAQs

What is the role of a Senior Benefits Specialist at The New York Times?

The Senior Benefits Specialist is responsible for leading the administration and optimization of employee benefits programs, managing daily transactions, responding to inquiries, and implementing process improvements to enhance the employee experience.

What type of benefits programs will I be overseeing?

You will oversee various employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance/AD&D, wellness initiatives, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, and voluntary benefits.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in benefits administration with at least 4 years of experience is required.

Is experience with Workday necessary?

While it is preferred to have at least 2 years of experience using Workday HCM, specifically Workday Benefits, it is not strictly necessary but can enhance your candidacy.

How many days per week will I be required to work in the office?

You will be expected to work in the Norfolk, VA office 3 days per week and have the flexibility to work remotely for the remaining 2 days.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual base pay range for the Senior Benefits Specialist role is between $65,000 and $75,000.

What are the main responsibilities of the Senior Benefits Specialist?

Responsibilities include overseeing benefits programs, managing enrollment processes, responding to inquiries, processing payroll adjustments, facilitating open enrollment, and ensuring compliance with benefits regulations.

What is the New York Times' commitment to diversity and inclusion?

The New York Times is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages candidates from various backgrounds, including women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color, and gender nonconforming individuals to apply.

How does The New York Times view journalistic independence?

The New York Times is dedicated to journalistic independence and seeks candidates who support and understand its mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.

Are there any specific tools or software I need to be familiar with for this position?

Familiarity with JIRA or a similar ticketing tracking system, as well as advanced skills in Microsoft 365 and Google Suite, particularly Excel, are preferred.

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The New York Times

Entertainment & Media
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1851
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The New York Times is powered by the idea that independent, deeply reported journalism fuels a healthy and engaged society. Our reporters, columnists, editors, engineers, designers, data analysts, developers and marketers breathe life into the most important topics of our time and tell stories that might otherwise go untold. Whether bringing new truths to light with our reporting, building innovative products that deliver a best-in-class digital experience, or analyzing data to understand how we can best serve our readers, our people power the world’s top destination for journalism. Working at The Times means envisioning and developing the future of journalism. Bring your passion, perspective and experience and join us as we seek the truth and help people understand the world.