Benefits Specialist Chicago, IL/en-US/coyotecareers/job/Chicago-IL/Benefits-Specialist_P1535/apply Wake up each day knowing that you are a part of something special. Something real. Something bold. What you do can make a difference. Coyote is an industry-leading transportation and logistics service provider that believes in doing the right thing every time. Every hour. Every minute. Every second. Are you looking for a place where you will have a role in shaping an industry? Are you Tenacious, True, Tribal, and Smart? Then its time for you to apply to join the pack. BENEFITS SPECIALIST Coyote wants smart, creative, and motivated people to help us take the next step. nbsp;We believe in the power of big ideas. nbsp;Coyote was born to bring new life to the transportation industry and is the fastest growing logistics company in the U.S. for a reason. We do what we say and say what we do. When we commit to something, we deliver. Period. No Excuses. Come join us as we change the industry and increase the productivity of our pack! The Benefits Specialist will report directly to the Senior Manager of HR Operations and will serve as Coyotes primary knowledge base for all things benefits.nbsp; Daily Tasks amp; Responsibilities: Employee Education and Wellness * Lead new hire benefits orientation and confidently answer employee benefits questions

• Develop literature to help employees better understand our benefits * Lead annual open enrollment education meetings * Work with our vendors to resolve employee claim issues * Manage all inquiries sent to Benefits@coyote.com * Develop an employee wellness plan to drive healthy behavior and steer benefits use * Coordinate in office flu shots and biometric screenings Administration and Processing * Assist in evaluating, designing, and implementing benefits plans * Handle daily administration of Coyotes benefits plans including processing changes and updates in our HRIS * Work with HRIS Specialist to build and maintain benefits reports * Audit new hire elections before they go into the system * Send eligibility files to carriers and resolve any outstanding issues * Ensure timely processing regarding life events * Reconcile monthly invoices to HRIS data * Send out COBRA letters and coordinate payments with accounting * Manage workers compensation cases and leaves of absence Essential Skills, Characteristics, amp; Experience: * Ability to efficiently organize workload, adapt quickly to change and deliver under the pressure of deadlines * Excellent communication at all levels * Strong attention to detail and confident decision-making skills * Ability to maintain strict confidentiality * Knowledge of the HIPPA Privacy Rule, Section 125, ERISA, FMLA and Healthcare Reform * Minimum of 1 years of human resources experience, benefits experience a plus * Proficiency in MS Excel and basic HRIS reporting knowledge * Bachelors Degree Why Coyote? * Onsite training amp; ongoing career development * Comprehensive benefits package * Great perks like onsite haircuts, massages, and intramural sports * Significant advancement opportunities for outstanding performers * Casual dress and company lunch Coyote is an at-will employer. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posted 14 Days AgoFull timeP1535 Logistics is at the heart of everything around you. Have you ever thought about how items like your electronics or your groceries get to the store? Coyote® is a leading third-party logistics (3PL) service provider, responsible for coordinating and moving goods bought and consumed every day across North America. Learn more about our history. Coyote is one of the best companies to work for in Chicagothe Chicago Tribune has named us a Top Workplace for six years running, and Built In Chicago ranked Coyote #4 on its list of Chicagos Top Digital Companies in 2015. From fundraising for St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital to sponsoring more than 100 intramural sports teams to offering unique workplace perks, our award-winning culture is entrepreneurial, vibrant, motivating, familial, fun. Since our founding in 2006, weve grown to a pack of more than 2,000 employees in various offices nationwide. Why is Coyote successful? Its simple. We do what we say were going to do. No Excuses. Coyotes culture powers this mission every day. Were always on the prowl for people who are True, Tribal, Tenacious, and Smart. Think youre one of those people? Join the pack.