Erica Rivera-Fauver
Millville,USA
Summary
Results-driven HR Benefits Manager with 11+ years of progressive experience managing and designing health, welfare, and retirement programs. Skilled in HRIS systems, vendor management, compliance, and data analysis to deliver cost-effective, high-quality benefits solutions. Known for strategic thinking, strong communication, and leadership in both corporate and government environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Benefits & Compensation Manager/Analyst
Comar LLC.
Voorhees, New Jersey
09.2024 - Current
- Lead strategic and daily administration of health & welfare, leave of absence, 401(k) plans, and compensation best practices for 1,000+ employees across ten manufacturing plants, inclusive of hourly & salaried employees (including one union group).
- Oversee plan design, renewals, audits, and compliance (ACA, 5500s, ERISA Wrap Document, Section 125 Plan, and HIPAA updates), work closely with ERISA counsel, and vendors to ensure accuracy and cost-effectiveness.
- Manage HRIS (UKG) benefits transactions & workflows, integrations, and reporting; partner with HR, Payroll, and HRIS Manager to ensure data integrity and operational efficiency.
- Vendor negotiations with insurance broker, analyze claims/utilization data, and recommend plan enhancements aligned with business goals.
- Administer 401(k) testing, audits, and corrections (QNEC, QDRO, VFCP) and support post-retirement plan filings.
- Coordinate Open Enrollment strategy, communications, and implementation.
- Coordinate with six HR Managers companywide to administer compensation practices, benefits programs, and related communications to employees.
- Supervise Benefits and Wellness team; drive process improvement and enhance employee experience through automation and streamlined procedures.
- Worked on companywide policies, employee handbook, internal HR policies.
Human Resources Benefits Specialist
South Jersey Industries
Folsom, New Jersey
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Lead daily administration of health, welfare, life, disability, FSA, HSA, pension, and 401(k) plans for 1,200+ employees across six companies, including multiple union groups.
- Administered health and wellness programs aligned with company policies.
- Managed employee enrollments and terminations for all benefit plans.
- Oversee plan design, renewals, audits, and compliance (ACA, 5500s), working closely with external auditors, ERISA counsel, and vendors to ensure accuracy and cost-effectiveness.
- Manage HRIS (Workday) benefits transactions, integrations, and reporting; partner with HR, Payroll, and IT to ensure data integrity and operational efficiency.
- Direct vendor negotiations, analyze claims/utilization data, and recommend plan enhancements aligned with business needs.
- Administer 401(k) testing, audits, and corrections (QNEC, QDRO, VFCP) and support post-retirement plan filings.
- Coordinate Open Enrollment strategy, communications, and implementation.
- Supervise Benefits and Wellness team; drive process improvement.
- Developed and expanded company-wide Wellness Program, increasing participation by 100% in 2023.
- Organized annual Wellness Week, quarterly challenges, and biometric screenings; collaborated with DE&I and Communications on outreach and engagement.
- Managed internal social media campaigns (Viva Engage) and produced annual ESG wellness reporting.
Employee Benefits Manager
County of Cumberland
Bridgeton, New Jersey
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed all retiree benefits, COBRA, RDS reconciliations, and open enrollments for county employees.
- Conducted billing reconciliation, compliance tracking (ACA), and vendor relations for multiple insurance carriers.
- Administered new hire onboarding, life event processing, and benefits portal maintenance.
- Coordinated employee and retiree benefits communications, ensuring regulatory accuracy and exceptional service.
Executive Secretary/HR Clerk
County of Cumberland
Vineland, New Jersey
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Supported HR operations including recruitment, payroll, benefits, FMLA/FLA/LOA tracking, ADA accommodations, and disciplinary actions.
- Key member of leadership team managing COVID-19 HR strategies and return-to-work planning.
- Co-chaired major Benefits Fair and wellness initiatives; promoted employee recognition and mentoring programs (SHINE, RISE).
- Assisted with agency merger to become Cumberland County Division of Social Services in 2016.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
University of Arizona Global Campus
10-2020
Skills
- Benefits Design/Administration
- Effective Communication
- Health & Welfare Plan Management
- 401(k) & Pension Management
- HRIS (UKG & Workday)
- Compliance (ACA, ERISA, 5500s)
- Data Analytics
- Wellness Program Management
- Leadership & Collaboration
- Process Improvement
- Compensation analysis
- Open enrollment coordination
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Benefits & Compensation Manager/Analyst
Comar LLC.
09.2024 - Current
Human Resources Benefits Specialist
South Jersey Industries
01.2022 - 01.2024
Employee Benefits Manager
County of Cumberland
01.2021 - 01.2022
Executive Secretary/HR Clerk
County of Cumberland
01.2015 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
University of Arizona Global Campus