15000 Valmont Plaza Omaha Nebraska 68154 **_Why Valmont_** **We’re Here to Move the World Forward.** Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a _Fortune_ 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. _We are the modern workforce_ . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now. **A Brief Summary of This Position:** Under the direction of the People Resource Center Manager, this associate specialist position is accountable for leading the day-to-day administration for the benefits and retirement functional areas. Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the various benefit programs including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life, state leaves, FMLA, disability, military leave, paid and unpaid time off, COBRA, flexible spending accounts, ACA, 401k (VERSP) plan, well-being (physical, emotional, and financial), HR policies, and new hire activity compliance. This role directs and serves as the main contact for the People Resource Center. **Essential Functions:** + This position reports to the Manager People Resource Center with no direct or indirect reports. + This role requires up to 5% domestic travel. + Flexible schedule with the ability to work in office 3 days a week. + Support collaboration efforts across all segments of the organization. + Act as the first line of support for employee questions concerning various benefit programs including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life, state leaves, FMLA, disability, military leave, paid and unpaid time off, COBRA, flexible spending accounts, ACA, 401k (VERSP) plan, well-being (physical, emotional, and financial), HR policies, and new hire activity compliance. + Assist with the communication and execution of HR/Benefit programs, policies, procedures, and training to enhance the overall employee experience. **Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):** + Preferred Bachelors in relevant field or Associates degree with 3+ years of experience or 5+ years of relevant quality experience. + Strong MS Office skills including Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Excel. + Ability to prioritize and communicate priorities. + Decisive problem-solving skills. + The ability to work collaboratively with others as a team player + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Must be a self-starter. + Ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely manner and meet deadlines. **Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. + Data analytic skills. + Advanced Excel experience. + Working knowledge of various benefit plans, insurance and federal compliance regulations (COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, ADAAA and others). **Working Environment and Physical Efforts:** Work is typically performed in an office setting. The incumbent is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time. Up to 5% travel requirements (domestic) for this position. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer. The employee is occasionally required to move about the office. Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrists rests. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds in working with large files, binders, and computer equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. **Benefits** Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following: + Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision) + 401k retirement plan with company match + Paid time off + Employer paid life insurance + Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave + Work Life Support + Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year + Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com. Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology. Valmont serves two primary markets — agriculture and infrastructure — and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries. That’s what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world. + That’s the value we add.