Benefits Coordinator

Kforce has a client in Carlsbad, CA that is seeking a Benefits Coordinator. Duties:

• Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans
• Serve as the initial point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, providing guidance and support in a timely manner
• Meets with employees to explain benefit programs, answer questions, and assist with benefit enrollment, changes, and life event updates
• Supports the annual open enrollment process, including employee communications, system updates, enrollment audits, and vendor coordination
• Processes HR-related invoices and reconciles HR credit card statements, ensuring proper coding, accuracy, and timely submission
• Ensures physical and electronic bulletin boards are maintained and updated with timely company event announcements, wellness initiatives, employee programs, and other HR communications
• Plans, coordinates, and promotes company events and employee engagement initiatives, including wellness programs, recognition programs, service anniversary awards, retirement recognition, and vanpool administration
• Coordinates leave of absence administration, including communication with employees, people leaders, payroll, and third-party administrators
• Develops, coordinates, and distributes employee communications and promotional materials, including emails, flyers, and digital content, for company events, benefits programs, and other HR initiatives
• Reports workplace injuries to appropriate agencies and maintains OSHA logs and records
• Processes employment and insurance verification requests, ensuring accurate and timely responses
• Assists in ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to employee benefits, leave programs, and recordkeeping requirements
• Serves as backup receptionist and provides administrative support to the Human Resources team
• High School diploma/GED required
• BA or BS (college graduate) preferred
• Technical School or Certificate - Human Resources preferred
• 1+ years of experience in benefits administration or HR-related roles
• Basic knowledge of employment law and HR practices
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including good listening, speaking and writing skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Intermediate MS Office skills including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint