Benefits Administrator - Now Hiring

Position: Benefits Administrator

Location: Benton Harbor, MI - 100% Onsite

About the Opportunity for the Benefits Administrator:

• Join a mission-driven organization supporting employees across multiple locations with comprehensive benefits and wellness programs.
• Play a key role in enhancing employee experience through effective benefits communication, administration, and compliance.
• Be part of a collaborative HR team contributing to process improvements, system upgrades, and strategic initiatives.
• Lead benefits-related projects and support broader HR functions including compensation, recruitment, and employee relations.

Overview of the Benefits Administrator Role:

• Administer health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans (403(b), 457(f), 401(a), pension).
• Manage leave programs including FMLA, short/long-term disability, workers' compensation, and other absences.
• Conduct benefits orientations, assist employees with claims and plan changes, and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure compliance with ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, and other regulations; prepare and file required reports.
• Organize benefits fairs, wellness programs, and maintain the employee portal's benefits page.
• Administer Employee Navigator software and provide training/support to employees.
• Research industry trends and benchmark benefits offerings; recommend enhancements to current programs.
• Participate in HR and college-wide projects including software implementations and process improvements.
• Serve as backup for Compensation Generalist and support other HR functions as needed.

Preferred Qualifications for the Benefits Administrator Role:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (Required); advanced degree (MBA, MHRM) is a plus.
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred; CEBS certification is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in benefits administration; public sector or education experience highly desirable.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (Banner preferred); experience with Employee Navigator strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Salary:

$65,000 - $75,000 annually (based on experience)

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