Employee Benefits Coordinator

New Hampshire Public Defender•Concord, NH

About The Position

The Employee Benefits Coordinator position handles all employee benefit enrollment and questions. They onboard all new employees, including giving the Human Resources orientation and completing hire paperwork. Additionally, they facilitate the transitioning of terminating employees, maintain the HRIS employee database, and ensure compliance with required benefit notices. They must work cooperatively with the NHPD Administration team, and all employees of the program. The Benefits Coordinator reports to the Human Resources Manager.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Three years of office experience preferred, with at least one year in Human Resources highly preferred.
Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Experience with HRIS systems, especially Paylocity, is a plus.
Physical requirements include retrieving and distributing files, written documents, or office supplies weighing up to 20 pounds; retrieving and replacing objects from shelves up to eight feet high; sitting and keyboarding for extended periods of time. Occasional travel throughout the state of New Hampshire will be required, so a valid, unexpired driver's license and reliable access to an insured vehicle are required for this position.

Responsibilities

Onboard all new employees and interns, including I-9 verification.
Conduct benefit orientations and explain enrollment system.
Administer employee benefit programs, such as group health and dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, accident and disability, life insurance, 403(b) retirement, and wellness benefits.
Plan and support company-wide informational meetings, related to benefits.
Provide support to HR Manager for FMLA/STD leaves, workers' compensation, and unemployment claims.
Provide support to HR Manager during interviews, investigations, and other HR-related meetings.
Prepare and maintain employee attrition, termination, and other related reports as requested.
Perform administrative duties for the HR department, such as maintaining employee database, personnel files, HR calendar, and processing incoming/outgoing mail.
Maintain HRIS and employee file systems in compliance with established rules.
Other duties as assigned.