Benefits Specialist

Ziegler CAT is looking for a Benefits Specialist responsible for administering, communicating, and evaluating retirement plans and health benefits for Ziegler employees. The Benefits Specialist will work on-premise at our Bloomington corporate offices.

Responsibilities: 

• Performs the day-to-day administration of the company's retirement plans including 401(k) and pension; defined benefit retirement plan includes preparation of benefit calculations, managing record keeper relationship

• Analyzes current benefits offerings evaluating the usage, services, coverage, effectiveness, cost, plan experience, and competitive trends in benefits programs 

• Accesses employee pay information as it relates to 401k, life insurance, and other related areas 

• Ensures that all procedures and processing are in compliance with government regulations and plan provisions

• Maintains integrity of participant data as entered in the company’s information systems 

• Works with record keeper and other consultants in preparation of non-discrimination tests and communicates corrective actions 

• Prepares required regulatory notices, such as Summary Annual Report, Annual Funding Notice, etc. and ensures accurate and timely communication to plan participants 

• Performs timely submission of Forms 5500 and other regulatory filings 

• Responds to inquiries from employees and retirees and performs one-on-one employee training and group employee training 

Qualifications: 

• 4-year degree required or equivalent work experience 

• 3-7 years 401(k) and Defined Benefit Plans experience 

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word

• Excellent customer service skills 

• Strong organizational and time management skills 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Analytical and detail-oriented 

• Personal attributes: Learning Orientation, Efficiency, Commitment / Dependability, Attention to Detail, Integrity, Team Player

Travel: 

• Able to travel 10% of time