University Human Resources Benefits Coordinator AS6847

Oklahoma State University•Stillwater, OK

3d•$50,000 - $62,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Education and Outreach Benefits Coordinator is responsible for the strategic coordination of benefits communication, wellness initiatives, benefits fairs, education sessions, and outreach across the OSU/A&M System, including OSU Main campus, branch campuses, and A&M campuses. This role connects benefit plan design, employee education, and the employee experience by translating complex plan provisions into clear, engaging, and action-oriented education. The Coordinator uses utilization reports, employee inquiry trends, wellness participation data, and vendor information to identify education gaps, recommend communication strategies, and develop multi-channel campaigns that support appropriate plan participation and program engagement. This position requires working knowledge of employee benefits, strong presentation skills, and the ability to communicate benefit information in a way that helps a diverse workforce understand, use, and value available programs. This position works closely with Benefits and HR team members, campus partners, wellness program partners, and benefit vendors to ensure communications are accurate, timely, accessible, and aligned with institutional standards. The role also supports student health plan communication and enrollment education in coordination with campus and vendor partners. This position monitors outreach and event budgets within approved funding limits and supports the responsible use of wellness funds for programs and initiatives impacting employees, spouses, and dependents. Occasional overnight travel may be required for A&M campus outreach activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's in human resources, business administration, or closely related field (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
At least two years of experience in benefits administration, human resources, or similar role.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex benefit plan information into clear, engaging, employee-friendly content that drives understanding and action across multiple formats and diverse audiences.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and projects simultaneously.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, standard office equipment, and digital tools such as email platforms, website content management systems, and benefits administration portals.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people, including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of OSU/A&M benefit and retirement systems or similar large-scale public institution benefit programs.
Hands-on experience with benefits administration platforms or HRIS systems; Banner experience a plus.
Familiarity with accessibility standards for employee-facing communications, digital content, presentations, and events.

Responsibilities

Strategic coordination of benefits communication, wellness initiatives, benefits fairs, education sessions, and outreach.
Translating complex plan provisions into clear, engaging, and action-oriented education.
Using utilization reports, employee inquiry trends, wellness participation data, and vendor information to identify education gaps and recommend communication strategies.
Developing multi-channel campaigns to support appropriate plan participation and program engagement.
Working with Benefits and HR team members, campus partners, wellness program partners, and benefit vendors to ensure communications are accurate, timely, accessible, and aligned with institutional standards.
Supporting student health plan communication and enrollment education.
Monitoring outreach and event budgets within approved funding limits.
Supporting the responsible use of wellness funds for programs and initiatives.