HR Benefiits Administrator

Vaco
$26.00 - $30.00 / hr
United States, Kentucky, Louisville
Jun 01, 2025
Vaco has partnered with a company looking for an HR Benefits Administrator! Key Responsibilities: Benefits Administration: Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, dental and vision plans, retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and other voluntary benefits. Coordinate benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure accurate benefits data entry and maintenance in HRIS and benefits administration systems. Employee Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries and issues. Provide guidance and assistance to employees on benefits-related matters, including plan options, coverage details, and eligibility. Conduct benefits orientations and information sessions for new hires and during open enrollment periods. Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to employee benefits, including ACA, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, and HIPAA. Prepare and file required benefits-related reports and documentation. Maintain accurate and up-to-date benefits records and documentation. Vendor Management: Liaise with benefits providers, brokers, and third-party administrators to ensure effective plan administration and resolve any issues. Coordinate with vendors on benefits plan renewals, negotiations, and implementations. Monitor vendor performance and manage vendor relationships to ensure service quality and cost-effectiveness. Communication and Education: Develop and distribute benefits communications, including plan summaries, policy updates, and wellness program information. Create and maintain benefits-related content on the company intranet or benefits portal. Promote employee understanding and utilization of available benefits through effective communication strategies. Benefits Analysis and Improvement: Conduct regular analysis of benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and alignment with company goals. Gather employee feedback and assess the effectiveness of current benefits offerings. Recommend and implement improvements or new benefits programs based on industry trends and employee needs. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in benefits administration or a similar HR role. Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs and applicable regulations. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency in HRIS and benefits administration systems. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Certification in benefits or HR (e.g., CEBS, SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.