Benefits Specialist
beacon hillChicago (IL)
$27.00/hr
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beacon hillChicago (IL)
Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis SpecialistsAdministration of Human Resource Programs (except Education, Public Health, and Veterans' Affairs Programs)
SENIORITY
Senior
SALARY
$27.00/hr
About the role
Beacon Hill has partnered with a non‑profit organization in hiring a Benefits Administrator to start immediately! This is a contract‑to‑hire role in the Loop supporting roughly 600 employees with benefits administration. Base pay range
$27.00/hr - $36.00/hrKey Responsibilities Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, COBRA, 401(k), and wellness initiatives Serve as a point of contact for employee benefit inquiries and provide timely resolution of issues Assist with open enrollment, benefits communications, and compliance filings (e.g., 5500s, ACA reporting) Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and ensure benefits data integrity Liaise with vendors to troubleshoot problems, process enrollments/changes, and ensure quality service Coordinate and process leave of absence requests, including FMLA, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies Support audits, benefit plan renewals, and internal reporting
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in benefits administration or HR support with a focus on employee benefits
- Knowledge of federal and state benefit‑related laws (e.g., ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, FMLA)
- Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG, or similar)
- Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism
- PreferredBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related fieldCEBS or other relevant certification a plus
Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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