At Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. (AECI), we power communities with reliability, innovation, and a commitment to our people. As a member-driven organization, we understand that our greatest asset is our workforce. That’s why we are searching for a strategic, forward-thinking leader to serve as Managing Director, Total Rewards—someone who will shape and execute programs that attract, retain, and engage top talent for a leading Cooperative.

This is a unique opportunity to lead an enterprise-wide Total Rewards strategy that directly impacts our 700+ employees across Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. You'll work closely with executive leadership, influence key decision-making, and modernize our compensation, benefits, well-being and recognition programs to keep AECI a top employer in the energy industry.

What you'll do: Lead and develop a high-performing Total Rewards team, providing guidance and strategic direction for compensation, benefits, well-being and recognition programs. Advise and collaborate with executive leadership to develop Total Rewards initiatives that drive employee engagement, workforce retention, and financial sustainability. Drive innovation in Total Rewards by leveraging market insights, benchmarking data, and best practices to continuously enhance programs and policies. Provide leadership oversight to the Occupational Health function, ensuring proactive support for employee well-being, medical leave programs, and workplace health initiatives. Oversee the human capital management system and internal/external HR information systems related to Total Rewards.

What you’ll need: Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field (or equivalent work experience). 10+ years of progressive experience in compensation, benefits, or HR compliance, with a strong understanding of Total Rewards strategy. 7+ years of leadership experience, guiding teams and influencing senior leadership on Total Rewards decisions. Proven success in designing and implementing Total Rewards strategies including executive and board-level programs. Deep knowledge of related federal, state and local laws and regulations.

To apply, click or cut/paste this link: https://aeci.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/aeci/job/Managing-Director--Total-Rewards_REQ-1348-1.

WHO WE ARE. Relation Insurance is a leading, innovative company with a strong commitment to excellence and a passion for delivering cutting-edge solutions to our clients. As a key player in the insurance market, we pride ourselves on our dynamic culture, collaborative environment, and continuous drive for success. With a rich history and a bright future ahead, we are looking for exceptional individuals to join our team and contribute to our ongoing growth and success.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR. The Benefits Specialist is responsible for supporting the Benefits Team and managing the administrative aspects of the employee benefits programs. The Benefits Specialist serves as the face of the Benefits Team and as the primary contact to address day-to-day employee questions regarding the Company’s Health and Welfare and Retirement programs. This position will administer leave of absences, compile requested benefit reports, as well as work directly with our benefit vendors.

A GLIMPSE INTO YOUR DAY

• Resolves employee issues with carriers and escalates complex issues as appropriate. 
• Processes all new hire enrollments and qualifying life events and ensures compliance with the Company’s plans. 
• Supports the Benefits Manager during the planning and execution of the Company’s annual open enrollment. 
• Contacts employees to follow up on missing benefits enrollments and missing 401(k) beneficiaries. 
• Maintains and leads the benefit orientation program for new hires, newly eligible employees and rehires. 
• Supports the Benefits Manager in employee communication and education initiatives. 
• Partners with the recruiting team to provide a comprehensive benefit overview to prospective candidates as requested. 
• Supports all benefits related implementations. 
• Proactively audits enrollment data from the company’s HRIS and other related systems to ensure that administration of programs is accurate. 
• Maintains and ensures accuracy of all vendor integrations. 
• Creates and analyzes required benefit reports on a regular basis, as well as ad-hoc reports as requested. 
• Manages the monthly benefit invoices reconciliation process. 
• Assists with the administration and processing of the Company’s leave of absence programs which includes FMLA, personal leaves, military leave and other state leave programs.
• Partners with the Human Resources team including Payroll and HR Business Partners on benefit related matters. 
• Stays up to date and ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations in benefits administration. 
• Cross trains and acts as back-up for other Human Resources Specialists in their absence. 
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned. 

• Minimum of 3 years of benefits administration experience. 
• Prior experience supporting company leave of absence programs. 
• In-depth knowledge of employee benefits programs, regulations and compliance. 
• Prior experience with HRIS systems; experience with Workday highly preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field preferred. 
• Experience with self-funded health insurance plans. 
• A PHR or SHRM-CP certification or equivalent. 

• Competitive pay. 
• A safe and healthy work environment provided by our robust benefit program including family health and wellness programs, 401K, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid holidays and more. 
• Career advancement and development opportunities.

To apply, visit: https://relationinsurance.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Relation/job/Overland-Park-KS/Benefits-Specialist_JR100528