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Benefit Software Inc. Employment Opportunities

Benefit Software Inc. (BSI) is a well respected and growing developer of high quality employee benefit web-based and PC software systems. BSI provides fully outsourced services for printed benefit statements as well as online benefit enrollment, total compensation, employee surveys and self-service applications. The company was founded in the late 1970's. BSI's corporate headquarters are located in Santa Barbara, California.

BSI maintains a drug-free & smoke-free workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment opportunities at BSI include:

Position: (Click on position to view job description) Open/Closed
Software Systems Telephone Sales Account Executive OPEN
Benefit Communication Project Manager OPEN
Web Programmer OPEN
Sales Assistant Closed
Technical Support Specialist Closed
Part Time Customer Service Rep / Office Coordinator Closed
Customer Service Rep / Office Coordinator Closed



» Web Programmer

As a full-time Web Programmer you will develop and implement complex Web applications for the employee benefit industry.

The programs you create will help our clients operate in a more cost-effective way by replacing manual recordkeeping systems with state-of-the-art web-based systems. Our Fringe Facts® Online service will increase employees' job satisfaction, lower turnover, and improve recruiting efforts -- all through better communication of their benefit packages.

Requirements:

The position requires proficiencies with advanced technologies such as PHP 5, MySQL, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, XML, AJAX, UNIX, etc. to produce cross-browser, cross-platform, modular and reusable code.

The candidate should be able to work as part of a larger web-development team to develop and maintain large projects.

Responsibilities include:

» Creation of dynamic web-based system that is user-friendly, efficient, and scalable.
» Use of PHP 5, MySQL, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, XML, AJAX, UNIX, etc. to make the product as dynamic and easy to maintain as possible.
» Working with the sales and marketing teams to respond in a timely manner to bugs and feature requests.
» Documentation of code.

Desired Skills/Experience:

» Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and problem resolution skills.
» Background in object-oriented languages, especially PHP.
» Experience using the PEAR classes in PHP.
» Experience using MySQL to extract data from large relational databases.
» Experience using version control systems.
» Familiarity and basic knowledge of the Linux environment.
» Ability to use VIM as text editor for programming.

Benefits:

BSI offers a competitive salary plus an outstanding benefits package. We offer paid vacation, paid time-off for holidays, and sick time. Employees are eligible for medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance. BSI also provides a 401(k) tax deferred savings/retirement plan with a wide variety of investment options and profit-sharing. Voluntary benefits include optional disability coverage as well as dependent medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance.

BSI provides a casual work environment in a convenient location walking distance to downtown Santa Barbara.

For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume, including salary history.

Click here to send your resume to Benefit Software





» Benefit Communication Project Manager

As a Benefit Communication Project Manager, you'll create custom benefit communication services for employers that show employees valuable information about their benefit programs. You'll set-up and maintain Benefit Statements, Online Benefit Communication and Enrollment websites.

These services will show employees detailed information about all of the benefits that are provided to them through their employer. Most employees don't understand or appreciate the value of their benefits. That's why employers ask us to provide their employees with information about their benefit programs that they can view on paper and on the Internet.

If you are the right person for this exciting job, you will work directly with HR and benefits managers as well as employee benefit consultants in the development of benefit communication services.

Requirements:

This full-time position requires:

  » Customer service orientation.
  » Strong attention to detail.
  » Ability to meet deadlines with little supervision.
  » Knowledge of basic algebra.
  » Interviewing skills.
  » Proven written and verbal communication skills.
  » Excellent organizational skills.
  » Comprehensive knowledge of Word® and Excel®.
  » Santa Barbara or Ventura County resident.

No previous knowledge of Website design is required, however, experience with graphics programs is a plus.

The right person for this opening will have the ability to understand different companies' handbooks, Summary Plan Descriptions and other documentation, be able to write easy-to-read summaries of benefits, and have excellent attention to detail including editing their own work.

Highly Desirable Skills (but not required):

  » HTML and/or scripting languages.
  » Knowledge of HR, group insurance or employee benefit plan terminology.

Benefits:

BSI offers a competitive salary plus an outstanding benefits package. We offer paid vacation, paid time-off for holidays, and sick time. Employees are eligible for medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance. BSI also provides a 401(k) tax deferred savings/retirement plan with a wide variety of investment options and profit-sharing. Voluntary benefits include optional disability coverage as well as dependent medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance.

BSI provides a casual work environment in a convenient location walking distance to downtown Santa Barbara.

For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume, including salary history.

Click here to send your resume to Benefit Software





» Software Systems Telephone Sales Account Executive

Benefit Software offers an exciting, high income sales opportunity for a motivated self-starter. As a Software Systems Telephone Sales Account Executive, you will help your clients choose the appropriate system options based on their particular needs. Compensation consists of a base salary, training allowance, bonuses based on sales results and other special incentives.

Training:

Complete training in all of our products, markets, and systems as well as excellent sales management and leadership will help you to be highly productive.

Benefits:

BSI offers a competitive salary plus an outstanding benefits package. We offer paid vacation, paid time-off for holidays, and sick time. Employees are eligible for medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance. BSI also provides a 401(k) tax deferred savings/retirement plan with a wide variety of investment options and profit-sharing. Voluntary benefits include optional disability coverage as well as dependent medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance.

BSI provides a casual work environment in a convenient location walking distance to downtown Santa Barbara.

Requirements:

» Previous business-to-business telephone sales or customer service experience.
» Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
» Santa Barbara or Ventura County resident.

Highly Desirable (but not required):

» 1 or more years human resources or employee benefits experience.
» 1 or more years group medical or other insurance sales experience.
» 1 or more years experience working with software applications.
» 1 or more years experience with Contact Manager Software (e.g., TeleMagic, GoldMine, ACT!, Maximizer, etc.).

For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume, including salary history.

Click here to send your resume to Benefit Software





» Sales Assistant

The Sales Assistant has primary responsibility for ensuring that customer needs are met. Responsible for maintaining profitable relationships with customers on behalf of the company by taking personal and complete responsibility for each customer contact and ensuring that all customer requirements are completely met.

Normal working hours for this position are from 7:30 to 4:30 with an hour off for lunch.

This position supports the sales team by facilitating outbound renewal calls for clients on the Extended Service Plan. Responsible for managing incoming calls professionally and efficiently. Route calls to the appropriate person and record Technical Support calls. Organize workflow to meet customer deadlines. Enter sales leads and Source Codes into Goldmine database, prepare Sales Kits for mailing, and maintain sales kit inventory and reorder as needed. Maintain Incoming Sales Call Records and Sales Lead binder. Manage ESP billings the first of each month, and assist with direct mailing campaigns. Create files for new clients.

Requirements:

  »  Superb verbal communication skills.
  »  Experience with busy, multiple-line phone systems.
  »  Friendly and patient personality, must be a "team player" and get along well with others.
  »  Aptitude to perform and manage multiple projects in addition to answering phone calls.
  »  Ability to perform tasks independently and with a high degree of professionalism.
  »  Need minimal supervision.
  »  Knowledgeable of and proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
  »  Valid CA Drivers license and automobile.


Benefits:

BSI offers a competitive salary plus an outstanding benefits package. We offer paid vacation, paid time-off for holidays, and sick time. Employees are eligible for medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance. BSI also provides a 401(k) tax deferred savings/retirement plan with a wide variety of investment options and profit-sharing. Voluntary benefits include optional disability coverage as well as dependent medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance.

BSI provides a casual work environment in a convenient location walking distance to downtown Santa Barbara.

For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume, including salary history.

Click here to send your resume to Benefit Software





» Technical Support Specialist

As a Benefit Software Technical Support Specialist, you'll handle questions from clients about our software applications, test software, write and/or review documentation, and teach classes.

Applicants must have good verbal and written skills, pleasant phone voice, work well with others and have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Experience / Requirements:

» Thorough knowledge of Windows and basic understanding of networking.
» Comprehensive knowledge of Word® and Excel®.
» Telephone Customer Support.
» Technical Writing.
» Software Testing.
» Superb verbal and written communication skills.
» Online or classroom training experience is a plus.
» Santa Barbara or Ventura County resident.

Benefits:

BSI offers a competitive salary plus an outstanding benefits package. We offer paid vacation, paid time-off for holidays, and sick time. Employees are eligible for medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance. BSI also provides a 401(k) tax deferred savings/retirement plan with a wide variety of investment options and profit-sharing. Voluntary benefits include optional disability coverage as well as dependent medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance.

BSI provides a casual work environment in a convenient location walking distance to downtown Santa Barbara.

For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume, including salary history.

Click here to send your resume to Benefit Software





» Part Time Customer Service Rep / Office Coordinator

As the Part Time Customer Service Representative/Office Coordinator you will be responsible for maintaining profitable relationships with customers on behalf of the company by taking personal and complete responsibility for each customer contact. This position has primary responsibility for ensuring that customer needs are met.

Your customers include both internal BSI employees and our clients. Your job is to:

  »  Guarantee satisfaction and value for our customers and fellow employees.
  »  Contribute to a work environment that fosters pride in being part of a winning team and promotes personal growth.
  »  Maintain personal productivity and quality standards that make possible attractive financial returns so that the company may continue to provide excellent service to our customers and ensure job security and career growth to our staff.


Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for supporting the company vision and mission, because you will be in contact with current and prospective customers, and you are in a strong position to influence their satisfaction and our company prosperity. This position requires tact, sensitivity and professionalism.

This position is expected to perform a wide range of tasks necessary to keep the front office running smoothly. These include, but are not limited to, the following: Answering phones and routing incoming calls; entering orders; processing credit cards; preparing invoices; ordering office supplies; operating the postage, copy, fax and other office machines; driving to the bank and post office daily; updating client files; shipping materials via UPS, Federal Express, and other carriers; generating announcement letters for clients; and assembling benefit statements

This position is approximately 20 hours per week, 5 days per week (Mon - Fri). Our offices are open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30p.m.

Requirements:

  »  Superb verbal communication skills.
  »  Experience with busy, multiple-line phone systems.
  »  Ability to work under pressure.
  »  Experience shipping packages via UPS and FedEx.
  »  Ability to lift and carry boxes that weigh up to 40 pounds.
  »  Friendly and patient personality, must be a "team player" and get along well with others.
  »  Aptitude to perform and manage multiple projects in addition to answering phone calls.
  »  Ability to perform tasks independently and with a high degree of professionalism.
  »  Need minimal supervision.
  »  Knowledgeable of and proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
  »  Valid California drivers license and automobile.


Benefits:

BSI offers a competitive salary plus an outstanding benefits package. We offer paid vacation, paid time-off for holidays, and sick time. Employees are eligible for medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance. BSI also provides a 401(k) tax deferred savings/retirement plan with a wide variety of investment options and profit-sharing. Voluntary benefits include optional disability coverage as well as dependent medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance.

BSI provides a casual work environment in a convenient location walking distance to downtown Santa Barbara.

For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume, including salary history.

Click here to send your resume to Benefit Software




» Customer Service Rep / Office Coordinator

As the Customer Service Representative/Office Coordinator you will be responsible for maintaining profitable relationships with customers on behalf of the company by taking personal and complete responsibility for each customer contact. This position has primary responsibility for ensuring that customer needs are met.

This position is the primary internal representative of our organization. Your customers include both internal BSI employees and our clients. Your job is to:

  »  Guarantee satisfaction and value for our customers and fellow employees.
  »  Contribute to a work environment that fosters pride in being part of a winning team and promotes personal growth.
  »  Maintain personal productivity and quality standards that make possible attractive financial returns so that the company may continue to provide excellent service to our customers and ensure job security and career growth to our staff.


Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for supporting the company vision and mission, because you will be in contact with current and prospective customers, and you are in a strong position to influence their satisfaction and our company prosperity. This position requires tact, sensitivity and professionalism.

This position is expected to perform a wide range of tasks necessary to keep the front office running smoothly. These include, but are not limited to, the following: Answering phones and routing incoming calls; entering orders; processing credit cards; preparing invoices; ordering office supplies; operating the postage, copy, fax and other office machines; driving to the bank and post office daily; updating client files; shipping materials via UPS, Federal Express, and other carriers; generating announcement letters for clients; and assembling benefit statements

Normal working hours for this position are from 7:00 to 4:00 with an hour off for lunch.

Requirements:

  »  Superb verbal communication skills.
  »  Experience with busy, multiple-line phone systems.
  »  Ability to work under pressure.
  »  Experience shipping packages via UPS and FedEx.
  »  Ability to lift and carry boxes that weigh up to 40 pounds.
  »  Friendly and patient personality, must be a "team player" and get along well with others.
  »  Aptitude to perform and manage multiple projects in addition to answering phone calls.
  »  Ability to perform tasks independently and with a high degree of professionalism.
  »  Need minimal supervision.
  »  Knowledgeable of and proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
  »  Valid California drivers license and automobile.


Benefits:

BSI offers a competitive salary plus an outstanding benefits package. We offer paid vacation, paid time-off for holidays, and sick time. Employees are eligible for medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance. BSI also provides a 401(k) tax deferred savings/retirement plan with a wide variety of investment options and profit-sharing. Voluntary benefits include optional disability coverage as well as dependent medical, prescription drug, life, dental, and vision insurance.

BSI provides a casual work environment in a convenient location walking distance to downtown Santa Barbara.

For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume, including salary history.

Click here to send your resume to Benefit Software




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