Compensation & Benefits Specialist

Mission Rock Residential LLC • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Compensation & Benefits Specialist is responsible for administering and continuously improving the organization’s benefits programs while supporting compensation processes and HR operations through data, systems expertise, and operational guidance. This role owns benefits execution, serves as the HRIS subject-matter expert, supports compensation pricing and job development, and provides reporting and analytics to inform workforce decisions. The position partners with HR leadership, payroll, Talent Acquisition, and field leaders to ensure accurate program administration, regulatory compliance, and practical Total Rewards support across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or comparable professional experience
• At least 4 years of experience in benefits administration, compensation support, HR operations, or related HR roles
• Knowledge of employee benefits administration and applicable federal and state regulations
• Understanding of compensation benchmarking concepts, job evaluation principles, and market data interpretation
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms, workforce data management, and payroll processes
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration of all employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, workers’ compensation, leave programs, and retirement plans
• Collaborate with brokers and carriers on renewals, plan design updates, employee education, and issue resolution
• Manage benefits enrollment, employee communications, billing reconciliation, and compliance with federal and state regulations
• Develop and maintain workforce reporting and dashboards to support HR and leadership decision-making
• Provide advanced support for payroll-related escalations and cross-functional operational issues impacting pay or benefits
• Partner with HR team members and leaders to provide guidance, coaching, and practical recommendations related to Total Rewards and HR systems

Benefits

• Bonus opportunity
• Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays (with a Floating Holiday and Volunteer Day), accrued sick time, and 15 days (120 hours) of vacation in the first year
• Housing discount program
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA with employer contribution and FSA options
• Employer-sponsored short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Optional ancillary benefits, including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees