Benefits and Wellness Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

The Benefits & Wellness Coordinator is responsible for administering and supporting agency benefit programs while leading the coordination and growth of the Clay County Sheriff’s Office Wellness Program. This position serves as the primary point of contact for member benefits, resource education, and wellness initiatives, including the oversight of programs such as Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), Peer Support, and family readiness events. In addition to ensuring compliance with agency, state, and federal regulations, this role manages benefit enrollment, Open Enrollment coordination, and monthly reconciliation with the Board of County Commissioners and payroll. The position also leads wellness-related communication efforts, maintains internal resources, and provides compassionate, confidential support to members and their families. The Benefits & Wellness Coordinator serves a critical role in supporting member well-being, agency retention efforts, and operational readiness.

• Serves as the primary point of contact for member benefits, including enrollment, qualifying life events, and ongoing plan support in accordance with agency and state guidelines.
• Educates and provides support to members regarding the Florida Retirement System (FRS) throughout their employment lifecycle, including new hire orientation, retirement planning, benefit options, retirement processing, and benefit termination or continuation.
• Processes and verifies documentation for benefit life change events, ensuring compliance with applicable guidelines and timely updates in the system.
• Hosts Open Enrollment information sessions, provides guidance to members, and coordinates with the BCC and internal departments to ensure successful agency-wide completion.
• Monitors member participation during Open Enrollment, follows up on outstanding submissions, and works with leadership to ensure full compliance.
• Coordinates with payroll and the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) to ensure timely and accurate monthly benefit deductions, billing, and reconciliation.
• Maintains personnel benefit records in the Benefits Administration system (Workday), including new hire enrollments, terminations, and updates related to life events.
• Prepares benefit-related reports and data for the County Benefits Coordinator and internal stakeholders, including new hire and separation updates.
• Plans, develops, implements, executes, and evaluates agency-wide wellness initiatives aligned with the Five Pillars of Wellness.
• Plans and executes wellness events including flu shots, mammograms, biometric screenings, and the Annual Health & Wellness Fair.
• Serves as the team leader of the Wellness Focus Group and leads the coordination of family readiness and employee engagement activities, in collaboration with agency units such as the Training Unit.
• Provides post-incident support to members and families following critical events, including benefit guidance, mental health referrals, and compassionate resource coordination.
• Assists in managing the Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Team, including peer response support following high-stress events.
• Assists in managing the Peer Support Team, providing structured support for members following life events.
• Drafts and maintains policy and procedural documentation for the Wellness Program, CISM, and Peer Support programs.
• Collaborates with the agency’s contracted Mental Health Consultant to deliver trainings, individual support, and expanded wellness resources.
• Identifies and implements process improvements related to wellness workflows, program delivery, and member resource access.
• Maintains and regularly updates internal SharePoint sites related to Benefits, Wellness, CISM, Peer Support, and Member Discounts, serving as a central hub for member resources.
• Develops and distributes communication materials, including monthly wellness newsletters, resource guides, and digital campaigns.
• Creates visually engaging outreach materials for wellness events, awareness campaigns, and benefits communication using branded, accessible formats.
• Coordinates with external partners to promote Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources and ensures timely sharing of monthly materials such as webinars and newsletters.
• Reviews and updates policies within scope of responsibility to reflect current practices and compliance standards.
• Maintains timely, professional communication through email, phone, and agency systems.
• Serves as back up to the Leave and Accommodation Coordinator, assisting with Workers Comp and FMLA, as needed.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and cultural sensitivity in all member and team interactions.
• Collaborates with other agency units to support shared initiatives and promote positive working relationships.
• Participates in ongoing job-specific training and professional development opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of the agency’s mission and strategic goals.

Minimum Education, Experience and Requirements:

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent Human Resources Coursework required, or equivalent work experience in accordance with FSS 112.219.
• Four (4) years of Human Resources experience required. At least two (2) years of experience must be benefits or wellness related work experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft office products. Experience with Canva is a plus.
• Employee engagement and events planning experience are preferred.
• Speak and understand the English language
• The following items (or authorized equivalents) may be required at various steps in the application process:
  1. Driver's License
  2. Birth Certificate
  3. Social Security Card
  4. Form DD214 for all periods served in the military
  5. GED or High School Diploma and Sealed Transcripts from the highest level of education
  6. FDLE Authority for Release (notarized)

Certification, Licenses and Registrations Requirements:

• A professional certification in Benefits, Human Resources, or Wellness is preferred (e.g., CBP, PHR, SHRM-CP, CWWS, CWP, CEWS, or equivalent).
• Assisting Individuals in Crisis (ICISF) Certification preferred.
• Group Crisis Intervention (ICISF) Certification preferred.
• Peer Support Certification through ICISF, FOP Power in Peers, Crisis Solutions, Crisis Support Solutions, or a comparable first responder peer support program preferred.
• Mental Health First Aid Certification preferred.

Salary is negotiable for full-time positions prior to initial hire, if requested, based on verified experience up to step five (5) of the assigned pay grade. Current employee salary changes are determined based on internal methodology. Please contact Human Resources with any questions.

Benefits for full time positions include Florida Retirement System, a full suite of very affordable health/life/dental/vision benefits, ancillary insurance policies, college reimbursement, and more. Benefits are effective the 1st of the month after a full 30 days worked. For more information on benefits, please visit -services/employee-benefits.

The duration of the selection process may range from one (1) to three (3) months and may vary based on the number of applicants and/or urgency of filling the vacancy.

Applicants are reminded to take note of the close date listed on this job posting. Interviews are not typically requested prior to this date.

If accommodations are required throughout any portion of the hiring process, please contact our Human Resources team at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

All positions at the Clay County Sheriff’s Office have testing requirements to determine eligibility. All selected candidates will complete a drug screening, polygraph examination and a comprehensive background investigation as a condition of employment. Sensitive and/or confidential aspects of candidates’ personal lives may be explored during this process (including driving, drug usage, criminal, employment, and residential histories).

Any job qualifications or requirements listed in this job posting are susceptible to written and/or physical testing. This testing may be included in the competitive selection process.

This posting has been reviewed by Human Resources and found to be job related and non-discriminatory. If you are interested in this position, please submit your electronic application at

Compensation details: 54662.4-63356.8 Yearly Salary

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