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Meg Shields

@megshields

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Experienced Benefits Analyst with expertise in employee benefits management.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters professional growth and values employee well-being.

I am a dedicated Benefits Analyst with extensive experience in managing employee benefits for large organizations. Currently, I work at Natus Medical, Inc., where I oversee the benefits for over 800 US employees and 150 Canadian employees. My role involves being a subject matter expert on various benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans. I take pride in ensuring compliance with leave requests and have led initiatives for COVID-19 vaccine compliance within the company.

Previously, I served as a Benefits Specialist at Goodwill Industries of Central Florida, where I managed benefits for 1200 employees. My background in HRIS applications and proficiency in various software tools, such as Oracle EBS and Great Plains, have equipped me with the skills necessary to streamline benefits processes and improve employee satisfaction. I am passionate about creating a positive work environment and ensuring that employees receive the support they need.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Benefits Analyst 3

Current

Natus Medical, Inc.

Aug 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)

Managed benefit maintenance for over 950 US and Canadian employees, serving as a subject matter expert on all company benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. Initiated and monitored all leave requests, including FMLA and ADA, and led COVID-19 vaccine compliance efforts.

Benefits Administration FMLA ADA 401K FSA Employer Benefits Compliance Management

Benefits Specialist

Goodwill Industries of Central Florida, Inc.

Jun 2014 - Aug 2018 (4 years 2 months)

Maintained benefits for 1200 employees, acting as a subject matter expert on various benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, and 403b. Managed all leave requests, including FMLA, and provided backup support for payroll operations.

Benefits Management FMLA 403(B)Payroll Processing Employee Relations HRIS Data Entry Problem Solving Report Interpretation

Part Time Teller

Bank of America

Oct 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 2 months)

Performed daily banking transactions and maintained accurate cash drawer and vault balances. Provided excellent customer service and offered referrals to enhance customer relationships with the bank.

Customer Service Banking Operations Account Management Data Entry Problem Solving Communication

Records Clerk I

Office of District Security, Brevard County Schools

Jul 2005 - May 2010 (4 years 10 months)

Conducted electronic fingerprinting and Level 2 background checks for prospective employees, performing in-depth histories of applicants with criminal records. Designed and produced employee identification badges, communicated with law enforcement, and composed expulsion reports.

Background Checks Datacard ID Software Data Entry Records Management Microsoft Office Customer Service

Office Assistant

Recruitment/HR, Brevard County Schools

Apr 2005 - Jun 2005 (2 months)

Managed data entry for prospective attendees of the First Annual Brevard Public Schools Job Fair, prescreening applications to identify best-suited candidates. Utilized Microsoft Access to maintain applicant rosters and conducted mass mail-outs of information.

Data Entry Administrative Support Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel

Senior Clerk

Florida Dept. of Law Enforcement

Aug 2002 - Aug 2004 (2 years)

Scanned and indexed fingerprint cards for processing through the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS). Produced microfilm copies of fingerprint cards and ran consolidations of arrest records.

Fingerprint Analysis Microfilming Records Management Data Entry

Clerk Specialist

Florida Dept. of Law Enforcement

Feb 2000 - Aug 2002 (2 years 6 months)

Processed fingerprint cards through the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) and created microfilm copies. Conducted consolidations of arrest records and performed fingerprinting for employment applicants.

Fingerprint Processing Microfilming Records Management Data Entry Document Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Florida State University

Bachelor of Science, Sociology, Criminology

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on sociological theories and research methods. Gained foundational knowledge in criminology through a dedicated minor.

Leon High School

High School Diploma, General Studies

Obtained a High School Diploma, completing foundational coursework across various academic disciplines. Developed essential skills for further education and career pursuits.