Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for an **Employee Benefits Specialist** to join the team! As an **Employee** **Benefit Specialist,** the selected candidate will : + Provide direct employee support using a proactive, problem-solving approach, ensuring prompt follow-up and resolution on employee questions via email, phone, and in person. + Administer annual benefits enrollment changes and qualifying life event benefit plan changes at a local level. + Administer effective communications and education of benefits and leave policies per local and corporate policy. + Create and update benefits communications on the intranet and at regular touchpoints with colleagues. + Partner with HR, the Business Office, Legal, and Corporate to implement benefits program changes locally. + Play a lead role in delivering benefit program information (New Hires, Open Enrollment, Qualifying Life Events, etc.). + Follow team processes to ensure appropriate escalation on sensitive and priority cases. + Efficiently leverage vendor platforms to support regular audits and reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance. + Review and track benefit changes, PTO enrollment/changes, terminations, transfers, tuition reimbursements, and leaves within HRIS and payroll systems. + Process Leave of Absence communications and documents, maintain records in PeopleSoft, update SharePoint data, and communicate with HR colleagues, directors, and payroll. + Make copies, type, and perform other necessary office activities to maintain up-to-date files. + Collaborate with team members to complete surveys, initiatives, and events for the company. + Develop, write, and maintain department processes in collaboration with local and corporate teams. + Analyze benefit processes and identify opportunities for efficiency and best practices. + Maintain accurate benefits records in HRIS and related systems. + Serve as a liaison between corporate communications in the ticket system. + Conduct monthly audits of benefits data and processes to ensure accuracy and compliance. + Review and monitor dependents over age 26 to ensure proper coverage and eligibility. + Track and manage employee benefit premium accruals, ensuring accurate accounting and reporting. + Oversee tracking and collection of outstanding benefit-related payments or documentation. + Administer, track, and process payouts for tuition reimbursement requests in accordance with policy. + Perform additional duties as assigned. **Requisition Qualifications:** This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised. + Requires a HS diploma or its equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. + Must have 3 years of progressive experience in Human Resources and/or Benefits. + Must have experience with PeopleSoft screen navigation and data entry. + Must be proficient with Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). + Must be able to create reports and charts using Excel. + Must have experience with SharePoint entry. **Requisition Preferences:** + Familiarization with SmartSheet is preferred. **Why Join Our Team?** In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have: + Excellent personal and professional career growth + 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable + Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch) + Much, much more! For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com + Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position . + Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. + Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised. **Essential Functions** **Work Environment** Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task. **Physical Requirements** Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time). **Equipment and Machines** Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.). **Attendance** Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements. **Other Essential Functions** Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others. \#JETS #JETSII