Assistant Benefits Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

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About the Organization

Our client is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for agricultural workers and their families through access to essential health and retirement benefits. With a strong commitment to equity, community, and worker well-being, this organization provides comprehensive medical and pension services that directly support thousands of individuals across California’s farming communities.

They are currently seeking an Assistant Benefits Administrator to join their leadership team. This role plays a critical part in overseeing daily operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting staff who deliver high-quality benefit administration services. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and motivated by the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of working families.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Plan Administrator in managing day-to-day operations and administrative staff.
• Oversee benefit plan administration, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and participant satisfaction.
• Develop, implement, and monitor operational policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, DOL, IRS, HIPAA, ACA, and other applicable federal and state regulations.
• Assist with plan design, interpretation, and implementation of plan documents and trust agreements.
• Prepare and review reports, correspondence, and communications for trustees, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with trustees, legal counsel, and external partners to address plan and participant issues.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to administrative staff to promote operational excellence.

Ideal Candidate Background

• Minimum 5 years of experience in benefits administration, nonprofit operations, or employee benefit plan management.
• Strong understanding of pension and health & welfare plans, including regulatory compliance and reporting.
• Experience developing and managing policies, procedures, and compliance programs.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Business Process Management , or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and organizational skills with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality.
• Strong communication and relationship management abilities across diverse stakeholders.



Why This Role?

• Join a purpose-driven organization serving agricultural workers and their families.
• Play a key leadership role in maintaining the health and retirement security of thousands of individuals.
• Use your benefits administration and compliance expertise to drive meaningful community impact.
• Work in a supportive, collaborative environment committed to integrity, service, and continuous improvement.
• Receive a competitive salary ($85,000–$105,000) and comprehensive benefits , including full medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents with no employee contribution.