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About Moda
Founded in Oregon in 1955, Moda is proud to be a company of real people committed to quality. Today, like then, we’re focused on building a better future for healthcare. That starts by offering outstanding coverage to our members, compassionate support to our community and comprehensive benefits to our employees. It keeps going by connecting with neighbors to create healthy spaces and places, together. Moda values diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We aim to demonstrate our commitment to diversity through all our business practices and invite applications from candidates that share our commitment to this diversity. Our diverse experiences and perspectives help us become a stronger organization. Let’s be better together.

Position Summary
The Benefits Specialist position is responsible for directing and planning the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, additional life, FSA, AFLAC).  This position delivers excellent customer service to our employees and supports Moda Partners and all subsidiary companies. This is a full-time hybrid position based in Portland, Oregon. 

Pay Range
$27.49 - $30.92 ​​​hourly (depending on experience)
*Actual pay is based on qualifications. Applicants who do not exceed the minimum qualifications will only be eligible for the low end of the pay range.

Please fill out an application on our company page, linked below, to be considered for this position.

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Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy, Life, & Disability
• 401K- Matching
• FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO and Company Paid Holidays

Required Skills, Experience & Education:

1. Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resource Management, or equivalent work experience.
2. 2-4 years of Human Resources experience, preferably with benefits administration.
3. Effective planning and priority setting.
4. Working knowledge of employment practices and applicable State and Federal employment laws including the ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, Social Security, and DOL requirements.
5. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS databases. 
6. Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
7. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to listen and respond effectively.
8. Proven ability to work well in a team environment.
9. Reliable attendance, punctuality, and ability to work remotely as needed.
10. Maintain confidentiality and project a positive and professional business image.

Primary Functions:

1. Provide support to employees and leadership team.
2. Collaborate with Moda Employee Customer Service and Membership Accounting to resolve eligibility questions.
3. Oversee maintenance of employee benefit files, maintain HRIS updates in Paycom and Facets.
4. Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations and reporting requirements.
5. Deliver high-quality customer service across all Moda Partners companies; develop communication tools to enhance understanding of benefits offerings.
6. Design and distribute materials for benefit orientations, open enrollment, and summary plan descriptions; provide employee training and support as needed.
7. Provide timely and complete customer service to employees and vendors.
8. Serve as the primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators.
9. Remain cross-trained in other Human Resources departmental functions.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions & Contact with Others

• Office environment with extensive close PC and keyboard use, constant sitting, and frequent phone communication. Must be able to navigate multiple computer screens. A reliable, high-speed, hard-wired internet connection required to support remote or hybrid work. Must be comfortable being on camera for virtual training and meetings. Work in excess of standard workweek, including evenings and occasional weekends, to meet business need. 
• Internally with all departments, management team and employees with frequently confidential information. Externally with outside State and Federal agencies on routine matters.

Together, we can be more. We can be better.
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Moda Health seeks to allow equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law. This is applicable to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training. 

For more information regarding accommodations, please direct your questions to Kristy Nehler & Danielle Baker via our humanresources@modahealth.com email.