Benefits Specialist

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Shamrock Trading Corporation is a family of brands that has been serving the transportation and logistics industries since 1986. Shamrock offers factoring solutions, export financing, third‑party logistics, a fuel card program and trucking technology. Shamrock’s mission since the start has been to create value and success for our customers, partners and people. Strong ethics, dedication to our customers and close attention to the marketplace are critical to the success and growth of the Shamrock brands.

Shamrock is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, with multiple offices throughout the U.S. Overland Park is a great place to live, work and play, being conveniently located within driving distance of everything Kansas City has to offer. Housed within the heart of Overland Park, our offices include 4 gorgeous towers on the East and West sides of Metcalf Ave. With a heavy community presence and a winning culture, Shamrock is a great place to work!

Our award‑winning culture is a testament to our commitment to growth, recognition and empowerment. From day one, we prioritize employees first, encouraging them to think and act like owners and providing endless opportunities for growth and self‑development, both personally and professionally. Shamrock has been recognized as one of America’s 2025 “Most Loved Workplaces” by Newsweek.

• Training and Development:
  Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, and a LEAD Program for aspiring leaders
• Medical:
  Fully paid healthcare, dental and vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents, and gym benefits
• Financial:
  One‑time sign‑on bonus, generous company 401(k) contributions and employee stock ownership after one year
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Competitive PTO and work from home opportunities after an introductory period

Shamrock Trading Corporation is looking for a Benefits Specialist to join the HR team. This role is responsible for leave administration as well as assisting with the administration of all healthcare plans and benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, and the 401(k) plan. An ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of employee benefits and Human Resources.

• Process and administer all leave of absence requests (medical, personal, and FMLA) and disability paperwork with assistance of outside vendor, while communicating with payroll team on any impact to employee pay
• Effectively interpret and ensure compliance with Federal and State laws, including, but not limited to Affordable Care Act, COBRA, leave laws, FMLA, HIPAA, etc.
• Develop and coordinate annual financial planning seminar schedule
• Coordinate 401(k) new‑hire quarterly trainings and rollovers
• Respond to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries
• Assist employees regarding benefits claim issues and plan changes
• Ensure the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the HRIS system to provide vendors with accurate eligibility information
• Assist with the open enrollment process
• Assist with employee changes and process life status changes
• Assist with ACA compliance and year‑end filings
• Assist with the administration of the AAA Roadside Assistance company perk
• Distribute all benefits enrollment materials and determine eligibility
• Monitor and complete compliance reporting deadlines
• Perform periodic quality checks of benefits‑related data
• Assist with quality audits of monthly benefits bills and benefits‑related data, as needed
• Assist with wellness initiatives
• Perform other related duties and projects as required and assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
• 2‑3 years experience in HR, leave and/or benefits administration
• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws
• Excellent organizational, time management and critical thinking skills
• Outstanding knowledge of MS Office; HRIS systems will be a plus
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Aptitude in problem‑solving
• Desire to work as a team with a results‑driven approach
• Strong attention to detail

We’re so excited to connect with you! If you want to work with forward‑thinking people in an award‑winning culture, submit your application today.

Entry level

Full‑time

Human Resources

Truck Transportation

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