Eligibility Specialist
- Brown & Brown
- St. Petersburg, FL, USA
Job Description
Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.
Brown & Brown is seeking an Eligibility Specialist to join our growing team in St. Petersburg, FL!
The Employee Benefits Eligibility Specialist is responsible for managing and overseeing the eligibility process for employee benefits programs. This role ensures that employees are correctly enrolled in benefits plans, maintains eligibility records, and handles complex eligibility issues. The specialist will work closely with employees, carriers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure compliance with benefit plan requirements and regulations.
How You Will Contribute:
Eligibility Management:
Administer and manage the eligibility requirements for various employee benefits programs.
Review and process employee benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations to ensure accurate eligibility status.
Maintain up-to-date records of employee eligibility, including tracking and documenting changes in status.
Coordination with Benefits Providers:
Work closely with carrier and vendor partners to ensure accurate and timely processing of eligibility information.
Resolve discrepancies and issues related to eligibility with insurance carriers and third-party administrators.
Reporting and Analysis:
Generate and analyze reports related to benefits eligibility, including tracking enrollment trends, and identifying potential issues.
Investigate and resolve discrepancy reports for electronic file feeds and report or correct the Benefits Administration systems to accurately transmit future enrollments.
Record Keeping and Audits:
Maintain detailed records of benefits eligibility data and transactions.
Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and information related to eligibility.
Additional Duties:
Ensure all accounts comply with internal company standards through self-audit process.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Licenses & Certifications:
Florida Life & Health Insurance license (2-15)
Valid driver’s license
Skills & Experience to Be Successful:
Required
Minimum of high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Proficient with MS Office Suite and Excel
Organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Travel - This position requires routine or periodic travel which may require the teammate to drive their own vehicle or rental vehicle. Acceptable results of a Motor Vehicle Record report at the time of hiring and periodically thereafter, and maintenance of minimum acceptable insurance coverages are requirements for this position.
Preferred
Associate’s or Bachelor’s in a business or financial related discipline
Professional designation
Minimum typing speed of 40 to 50 words per minute
Agency Management System knowledge
Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being
We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
- Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
- Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
- Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
- Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.
Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.
Recruiting Vendor Disclosure Statement
Brown & Brown does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters, recruitment vendors or employment agencies ("Recruiting Vendors"). Recruiting Vendors must have a valid written agreement and received prior written authorization from an authorized Brown & Brown representative before submitting candidates for any publicly posted role. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Brown & Brown or its employees become the property of Brown & Brown, and no fees will be paid for such submissions. Additional information regarding this policy can be found on our careers page.
The Power To Be Yourself
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.
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We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates - not employees. We strive to attract people who are competitive, driven, and disciplined. Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.
About Us
Becoming an employee, or as we like to call it “a teammate,” of Brown & Brown introduces you to a career with virtually unlimited possibilities. Our unique culture rewards self-starters and hard workers who adhere to our commitment to do what is best for our customers. With Brown & Brown you will get the training, the mentoring and the tools you need to succeed. Our teammates are bound together by shared goals and our collective commitment to integrity and quality. Brown & Brown’s local leaders are actively engaged in their communities and committed to maintaining an established network, as well as creating strong relationships of their own.
