Benefits & Leave Specialist

About Granite State Gaming & Hospitality, LLC

Granite State Gaming & Hospitality, a subsidiary of G2 Gaming, is committed to supporting community nonprofit organizations in New Hampshire through innovative entertainment, hospitality and gaming experiences. Our accomplished team of industry professionals have more than 150 years of experience and are ready to take charitable gaming to a whole new level; creating world-class venues, infusing more economic opportunities into the markets we serve while helping New Hampshire nonprofits thrive. We believe our innovative player experiences and enhanced operations can be a partnership that helps provide valuable resources directly to those organizations that are helping our friends and neighbors. We are currently open and developing first class gaming venues in Rochester, Hampton, and Littleton.

What You'll Expect

The Benefits and Leave Specialist administers employee benefits and leave programs to ensure a compliant, accurate, and positive experience for team members. This role serves as the primary point of contact for benefits and leave inquiries while partnering with vendors, payroll, and HR to support organizational needs.

What You'll Do

• Administer employee benefit programs, including health, retirement, wellness, and related offerings
• Manage all leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, and other required or company-sponsored leaves
• Serve as the primary resource for employee benefits and leave inquiries, providing clear and accurate guidance
• Lead annual open enrollment and coordinate benefit communications, system updates, and vendor relationships
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations while maintaining accurate records and supporting audits

What You'll Bring

• 2-4 years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR role
• Strong working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, and related regulations
• Experience working with HRIS systems and benefits administration platforms
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality

What We Require

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Ability to manage sensitive information in compliance with privacy standards
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Gaming License
• Must adhere to all privacy and regulatory standards
• Position may include occasional overtime and requires attention to detail and confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• CEBS, PHR, or SHRM-CP certification
• Experience administering benefits in multi-state or complex environments