Benefit Plan Coordinator

MERS of Michigan • Delta Charter Township, MI

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

At MERS, we go beyond administering retirement plans—we partner with employers to deliver clarity, confidence, and long-term security. As a Benefit Plan Coordinator, you’ll be a trusted advisor, guiding employers through complex benefit plans while supporting key actuarial and operational processes. If you thrive at the intersection of analysis, customer service, and collaboration, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience
• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team environment
• Customer-focused mindset with relationship management experience

Nice To Haves

• Background in employee benefits or retirement plans

Responsibilities

• Act as the trusted partner for employers—providing guidance on plan design, compliance, and changes while delivering training and representing MERS at meetings and events.
• Support the full lifecycle of retirement plans—from onboarding and setup to actuarial coordination, valuations, and ongoing plan enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams as a subject matter expert, helping to align efforts, improve processes, and support organization-wide initiatives.
• Maintain clean data, ensure regulatory compliance, resolve issues, and keep operations running smoothly while driving continuous improvement and key projects forward (including actuarial timelines and major deliverables).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level