HR Benefits Coordinator
About The Position
The HR Benefits Coordinator plays a critical role in managing and administering employee benefits programs to ensure a seamless and positive experience for all staff members. This position is responsible for coordinating benefits enrollment, communicating plan options, and resolving employee inquiries related to health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefit offerings. The coordinator works closely with vendors, insurance carriers, and internal HR teams to maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. By analyzing benefits data and employee feedback, the coordinator helps to optimize benefit plans that align with organizational goals and employee needs. The Benefits Coordinator plays a critical role in managing and administering employee leave programs and benefits within the organization. This position ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to leave policies such as FMLA, ADA, Worker’s Compensation and other statutory requirements. This role supports employee satisfaction and retention by delivering clear, timely, and effective benefits administration.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
- At least 2 years of experience in benefits administration or a similar HR role
- Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies
- Familiarity with HRIS systems and benefits administration software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively assist employees and collaborate with vendors
- Experience working in a mid-to-large sized organization with diverse employee populations
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools to support benefits reporting
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to employee benefits compliance
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end benefits enrollment process, including new hire orientation and annual open enrollment periods.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits questions, claims, and issues, providing timely and accurate information.
- Collaborate with benefits vendors and insurance carriers to ensure proper plan administration and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain and update employee benefits records in HRIS systems, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Assist in benefits communication efforts by preparing materials, presentations, and FAQs to educate employees on available programs.
- Monitor compliance with applicable laws such as ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and ACA, and assist with audits and reporting requirements.
- Manages leave programs to include FMLA, Worker’s Compensation, and ADA
- Support the HR team in analyzing benefits utilization and costs to recommend improvements or changes to benefit offerings.
- Performs other duties as required
Benefits
- We pay a generous portion of your Health Insurance
- Low-cost Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan with employer contributions equal to 5% of annual salary
- Student Loan Repayment Options
- No Cost Employee Assistance Plan
- 3 Weeks Paid Time-Off (increases annually between years 2-10)
- 9 Paid Holidays
- 1 Floating Holiday to use at your discretion.
- 4 Rest and Relaxation Days
- 3 days of Education Leave
- 4 hours of Volunteer Leave
- Eligible for Pay Increases and Bonuses Annually
- Employer Paid Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
