Benefits Administrator

Job Description

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Benefits Administrator

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Contract Position

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Pay Rate: $29–$35 per hour

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Location: Preference for candidates local to the Cleveland area

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Work Arrangement: Primarily remote with occasional on-site as needed

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Position Summary

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Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Benefits Administrator to support retirement and absence management programs for both full-time and part-time employees. This role partners closely with management to ensure accurate administration, compliance, and effective communication of benefit programs.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Develop, edit, and distribute benefits education and communication materials; document administrative procedures and processes
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• Respond to employee enrollment questions, educate participants on benefit plans, and manage individual case inquiries
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• Serve as a primary point of contact for insurance carriers and third-party administrators regarding plan status changes, provisions, and general benefit inquiries
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• Support eligibility and enrollment processes through data entry, reporting, and routine audits to maintain data integrity; provide backup for carrier file transmissions, vendor billing, and post-payroll funding activities
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• Analyze and reconcile HR and benefits data to ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations
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• Perform additional related duties as assigned
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred)
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• 3–5 years of experience in benefits administration and absence management
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• Strong working knowledge of federal and state regulations including ACA, FMLA, COBRA, ADA, and Section 125
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop and deliver presentations
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• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a customer-focused mindset
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• Proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint)
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• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
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To Apply

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Interviews are happening NOW - please submit your resume to:

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