Position Summary:

The Senior Benefits Specialist is the main point of contact for all US leaves of management as well and day-to-day administrative duties within the benefits department. This is a remote position supported by our leadership in Eastern Time Zone. If you would prefer office space, Teterboro, NJ would be an office-based location.

Main Responsibilities:

• Administer company benefit programs, including all or part of the following: STD, LTD, ADA, FMLA, and worker’s compensation
• Knowledge of health plan benefits, including medical/dental/vision, wellness programs and retirement programs, to support Benefits Manager and Director of Benefits as needed
• Perform daily administration of all types of leave, including helping employees understand types of leave available, assisting with applying for leave, facilitating prompt returns from leave and handling questions regarding leave
• Serve as the liaison between employees, human resources, managers/supervisors, and vendors, advising them on eligibility, provisions, and other related matters
• Provide counseling and oversee communications in leave of absence, workers compensation and relevant benefit programs to employees
• Maintain records and other related documents
• Assist with internal and external audits
• Maintain current knowledge of, and ensure compliance with, all leave related laws and regulations including, but not limited to; FMLA and Worker’s Compensation
• Participate in special projects as needed and perform other job-related duties as required
• Represent Jet Aviation as one company internally and externally with industry groups, regulatory bodies, and the General Dynamics network

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related business discipline
• 2-4 years’ work experience in a similar role
• Solid understanding of workers compensation law, US leave of absence (state laws) and leaves of absence management
• Must obtain an airport ID badge within 30 days of employment, if required

Desired Characteristics:

• High level analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer focus
• Excellent time management and follow up skills
• Ability to take initiative, adapt to changes, and deal with frequent and constant change
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must demonstrate high level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Sound and accurate judgement
• Accurate and thorough; focus on continuous improvement in processes and performance
• Strong personal values corresponding with Jet Aviation values (Trust, Honesty, Alignment, Transparency)

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Jet Aviation, where individuals are hired, employed, recognized, and advance based upon their individual skills and abilities and without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, age, religion, physical or mental disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), status as a protected veteran or any status or characteristic protected from employment discrimination under applicable federal, state and local laws (“EEO status”). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, and opportunities for training and advancement.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk or sit. The employee is occasionally required to climbs or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds over their heads. Specific vision required for this job include, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must be able to work in both a heavy maintenance environment and in upscale customer areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with occasional high volume when aircrafts arrive/depart. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. Occasional fuel fumes may permeate the workplace. Employee must be willing and able to work in all types of weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The Hangar environment may be extreme hot and cold during certain seasons of the year.