Benefits Coordinator

POSITION : Benefit CoordinatorDEPARTMENT : Human ResourcesWORK SCHEDULE : 8 : 00a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m., M-FJOB CATEGORY : COMOT (Computer, Office Machine Operation, Technician)DATE WRITTEN : October 2023STATUS : Full-timeDATE REVISED : October 2024 FLSA STATUS : Non-exemptTo perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform eachessential function.The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or abilities required. St. Joseph County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job unless those accommodations would present an undue hardship.Incumbent serves as Benefit Coordinator for St. Joseph County Human Resources Department, responsible for ensuring County compliance with various employment laws and regulations. Assists employees with benefits enrollment and questions, maintains employee database and files, and ensures compliance with required benefit notices.BenefitsAffordable Medical, Dental, and Vision PlansPaid Time Off (PTO) with generous accrualsEmployer Paid Life Insurance coverageShort-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent careGym Membership Discounts to encourage wellnessEmployer-Funded PERF (Public Employees' Retirement Fund)Access to additional voluntary benefits and resourcesResponsibilitiesAdministers various employee benefitsMaintains benefit filling systems, prepares employee reports, and performs monthly auditsAssists employees with benefit enrollment, and maintains payroll deductionsManages and understands employee benefits and ensures required distribution noticesEnsures distribution of required employee noticesQualificationsAbility to effectively communicate orally and in writing in a professional and friendly mannerAbility to comply with all employer and department policies and work rules, including but not limited to attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.Ability to work alone with minimal supervision and with others in a team environment.Education / ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED requiredMinium 2 years of Benefits experience or closely related field, or equivalent combination of education and previous work experience preferred.Physical RequirementsAbility to perform duties in a standard office environment, working at a desk and working on a computer.