Benefits Coordinator

Location: Birmingham, AL

Build Your Career. Build America's Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

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At Vulcan Materials, we believe that the heart of our success lies in the strength of our engagement, our connection, and our commitment to developing our people. We are excited to restore the collaborative in-person environment that fuels our innovation and growth. This move is not just about being physically present; it's about reigniting the spirit that comes from face-to-face interactions, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where every voice is heard and everyone thrives.

What You'll Do:

The Benefits Coordinator, under supervision of the Manager, Health and Welfare Plans, assists with the administration of all health and welfare benefit programs. As the Benefits Coordinator, you will provide assistance as needed to employees and divisions company-wide concerning benefit plan offerings, eligibility, and coverage and play a pivotal role in annual enrollment. Responsibilities include acting as first point of contact for employees with benefit plan questions or concerns, assisting in the coordination of the annual enrollment process, as well as routine employee election changes. You must remain knowledgeable on all Vulcan benefits programs in order to answer employee questions and conduct employee benefits meetings as needed. You will also perform a variety of administrative tasks in support of the benefits function.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist employees with benefit plan questions and problems.
• Serve as liaison between employees and plan vendors as needed.
• Assist divisions with administrative questions and issues.
• Answer Employee Benefits Department telephone inquiries.
• Monitor and reply to emails and faxes in the Benefits email box in a timely manner.
• Review and approve applications for changes in insurance coverage for employees and dependents.
• Coordinate Evidence of Insurability as needed.
• Serve as back-up for Benefits Analysts when necessary.
• Prepare departmental invoices for review and approval from the Benefit Managers.
• Download and distribute budget reports for the department.
• Retrieve and distribute mail for the department, as well as ordering supplies.
• Some travel may be required.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Skills You'll Need:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field.

Experience: At least one year of experience in HR and/or benefits administration is required.

Technology Skills: Must be proficient in Excel. Experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Word and PowerPoint. PeopleSoft experience preferred but not required.

Analytical Skills. Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Interpersonal Skills. Must have superior verbal and written communication skills. Must have the ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with peers as needed. Must be able to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization. Must be able to maintain confidential information.

Time Management Skills. Must have the ability to effectively organize priorities and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Functional Knowledge. Must have knowledge and understanding of relevant state and federal regulations required as well as company policies and benefit plans.

What You'll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence, in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets up apart is the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs, and helping our employees meet their goals, as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.