Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Gateway Church
Job overview
The Benefits and Compliance Specialist at Gateway Church manages employee benefit programs and ensures compliance with relevant laws, playing a crucial role in HR policy development and vendor management.
Responsibilities and impact
The specialist oversees benefits administration including vendor management, open enrollment, record keeping, and employee support, while ensuring compliance with employment laws, updating the employee handbook, developing HR policies, and assisting with audits and legislative monitoring.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 3-5 years in benefits administration and HR policy, strong knowledge of employment laws, vendor management experience, and excellent communication and organizational skills; HR certification preferred.
Work environment and culture
Gateway Church values compliance, fairness, and organizational clarity, with a work environment that supports remote or office-based work and requires church membership for employment.
Company information
Gateway Church is a religious organization that requires staff to be members, emphasizing non-discrimination except on religious grounds.
Job location and travel
Primarily office-based or remote work environment with occasional meetings or presentations.
Unique job features
The role uniquely requires church membership and focuses on compliance within a religious organization, blending HR expertise with faith-based employment requirements.
Company overview
Gateway Church is a non-denominational Christian megachurch based in Southlake, Texas, known for its vibrant worship services, extensive community outreach programs, and a strong emphasis on spiritual growth and discipleship. Founded in 2000 by Pastor Robert Morris, the church has grown rapidly, now boasting multiple campuses and a significant online presence. Revenue is primarily generated through tithes, offerings, and donations, which fund various ministries, missions, and charitable activities. Candidates should be aware of the church's commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment, as well as its focus on leadership development and community impact.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience in benefits administration, vendor management, and compliance with federal and state employment laws, specifically mentioning familiarity with ERISA, ACA, FMLA, COBRA, and HIPAA.
Emphasize your skills in policy development, maintaining employee handbooks, and your ability to communicate complex benefits information clearly to employees and leadership.
Apply to the Benefits and Compliance Specialist position through multiple channels including Gateway Church's official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed.
Connect with current HR or benefits team members at Gateway Church on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent HR initiatives at Gateway or asking about their experiences managing benefits in a faith-based organization.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'benefits administration,' 'vendor management,' 'compliance,' 'HR policies,' and specific laws like 'ERISA' and 'ACA' to pass initial screenings.
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