Benefits Specialist II at Allegiant Air

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

Aviation, Airlines, Human ResourcesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in related field and/or equivalent work experience
Minimum four (4) years of experience in Benefits
Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986
Must pass a Criminal Background Check
Time Management – ability to schedule own calendar, prioritize tasks completing high impact items first, and completing tasks on time. Level II role is able to prioritize work and resolve bandwidth issues only needing supervisor’s help with more complex issues. All tasks and project deadlines are completed on time. No issues keeping own calendar
Regulatory Knowledge – knowledge of regulatory and legislative issues impacting Benefits (COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, FSA, Medicare Part D, Cafeteria Plan, USERRA, 401(k) etc.). Level II should have a strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and should be able to provide guidelines to employees, managers and directors. Only seeks guidance with the complex or detailed regulation interpretation
Relationships and Communications – ability to interact with internal and external contacts in-person, via phone, email, jabber, etc. Level II mostly interacts with Directors and below. For external contacts, acts on behalf of their supervisor with minimal supervision. Able to present benefit related information to groups with minimal supervision. Most communication is developed independently and needs limited revisions. Needs guidance in communicating where there are difficult or unfavorable situations
Analytical and Problem Solving – ability to pinpoint the issue, research, analyze, gather data, make recommendations and put them into action. Level II is capable of resolving moderate issues but may need help resolving complex issues. Able to create reports to gather data with minimal assistance except for complex reporting. Utilizes reports to identify trends and provide data internally and externally
Autonomy – ability to make own choices and decisions on tasks and responsibilities in deciding the best way to get the work successfully completed. Level II uses autonomy on basic, moderate and repetitive tasks but needs guidance on complex tasks
Commitment to customer service and ability to work in team-oriented environment
Strong attention to detail
Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word and Power Point
Experience with Microsoft 365 suite, including SharePoint Online, Teams, and OneDrive
Basic understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts and their application in benefits administration, including familiarity with common AI tools and emerging technologies
Travel as required – minimal

Responsibilities

Provides analytical and technical assistance in the research, development, planning, and execution of health and welfare benefit and wellness programs
Ensures accurate enrollment and administration in the group benefit plans
Administers changes to benefit plans and facilitates open enrollment activities
Verifies monthly new hire enrollments
Conducts new hire orientation briefings
Fields client and employee benefit, vendor invoicing reconciliation and wellness questions
Demonstrates understanding and support of the People Services Culture by embodying it in almost all interactions, even in tough times, with internal and external customers
Assists in the design of and conducts new hire orientation benefit briefings
Maintains enrollment packets for benefits and contributes to the messaging of open enrollment communication materials
Validates benefit enrollment information and captures arrears resulting from late enrollments

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Benefits AdministrationHealth and Welfare BenefitsOpen EnrollmentCOBRAHIPAAACAFSAMedicare Part DCafeteria PlanUSERRA401(k)Vendor Invoicing ReconciliationNew Hire OrientationTime ManagementRegulatory Compliance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education and experience are required for the Benefits Specialist II role?

A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience is required, along with a minimum of four years of experience in Benefits.

What key skills are needed for this position?

Key skills include Time Management for prioritizing tasks, Regulatory Knowledge of benefits laws like COBRA and HIPAA, Relationships and Communications for interacting with stakeholders, Analytical and Problem Solving for data analysis and reports, and Autonomy for independent decision-making.

Is the Benefits Specialist II position remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for the Benefits Specialist II position?

A strong candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with 4+ years in Benefits, strong regulatory knowledge to guide others, ability to handle moderate issues independently, excellent time management, communication skills for presenting to groups, and autonomy in decision-making with minimal supervision.

Allegiant Air

Low-cost airline for leisure travel

About Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air operates a low-cost airline that connects travelers from smaller cities to popular leisure destinations. The airline uses an all-jet fleet and offers low fares, making air travel affordable. In addition to flights, Allegiant provides travel-related products like hotel rooms, rental cars, and entertainment tickets, which can be purchased through its website. Since starting in 1999 with just one aircraft, Allegiant has grown to operate over 350 routes across the United States with a fleet of more than 92 aircraft. The company focuses on providing value and convenience for leisure travelers, offering both individual flight tickets and bundled vacation packages that include various travel services.

Las Vegas, NevadaHeadquarters

1999Year Founded

$746MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Profit Sharing

Medical Travel Reimbursement

Legal, Identity and Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Flight Benefits

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Risks

Competition from other ultra-low-cost carriers like Avelo Airlines may impact market share.

Rapid route expansion may strain operational resources and affect service quality.

Reliance on seasonal routes could lead to inconsistent revenue streams during off-peak seasons.

Differentiation

Allegiant Air connects small cities to premier leisure destinations with low-cost fares.

The airline offers bundled travel packages, including hotels and rental cars, for convenience.

Allegiant's all-jet fleet ensures high efficiency and reliability in operations.

Upsides

Increased demand for domestic leisure travel boosts Allegiant's bookings by 15% in 2023.

The 'workcation' trend could increase demand for Allegiant's bundled travel packages.

Allegiant's route expansion in 2025 introduces 44 new nonstop connections.

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