Benefit Coordinator

TEKsystems; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems in Plano, TX is seeking a Benefits Administrator to direct day-to-day operations of group benefits programs including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401(k). You will process enrollments, changes, terminations and audits, and coordinate with vendors while answering employee questions.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance (ACA, ERISA, FMLA), benefits cost management, leave administration, and data accuracy.

Qualifications

• HRIS experience for benefits systems and data integrity.
• Knowledge of ACA, COBRA, ERISA compliance.
• Experience administering group benefits programs and vendor coordination.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, voluntary benefits).
• Process enrollments, changes, terminations, and life events.
• Support Open Enrollment activities and enrollment audits.

Skills

HRIS

Benefits administration

Customer service

Administration

ACA

Cobra

ERISA

FMLA

ADA

Workers compensation

Benefit administration

Benefit plan

Human resources

Benefits management

Health plan

Communication

MS Outlook

Healthcare industry

Job description

Description

The Benefits Administrator position is responsible for directing and planning the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, worker's compensation, life insurance, travel and accident plan, flexible spending plan, retirement plans, etc.). This position provides excellent customer service and designs quality benefits plans. The Benefits Administrator continually investigates new benefits programs, improves existing programs, and supervises and monitors benefits administration.

• Administer employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Process benefit enrollments, changes, terminations, qualifying life events, and dependent updates.
• Support annual Open Enrollment activities, including employee communications, system testing, enrollment audits, and follow-up activities.
• Review and reconcile benefit eligibility files, enrollment data, invoices, and payroll deductions.
• Coordinate with benefit vendors and carriers to resolve enrollment, billing, and eligibility issues.
• Respond to employee questions regarding benefit plans, coverage, eligibility, and enrollment procedures.
• Administer leave programs, including FMLA, ADA-related leaves, state leave programs, personal leaves, military leave, and other company-approved leaves.
• Track leave durations, certifications, recertifications, and return-to-work documentation.
• Maintain leave records and documentation in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Monitor leave deadlines and communicate necessary actions to employees and managers.
• Administer day-to-day operations of the Company's 401(k) retirement plan.
• Support employee education efforts by providing information and directing employees to appropriate resources.
• Coordinate with recordkeepers, plan administrators, payroll, and vendors to resolve participant issues.
• Assist with annual compliance testing, audits, notices, and required reporting activities.
• Serve as a primary HR resource for employee questions regarding benefits, leave, and retirement programs.

Pay: $35

Location: Plano, TX 75074 (on-site)

Shift: 8AM to 5PM (Monday to Friday)

Skills

HRIS, benefits administration, Customer service, Administration, ACA, Cobra, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, workers compensation claims, Benefit administration, Benefit plan, human resources, Benefits management, Health plan, Communication and organization skills, Ms outlook, Healthcare industry

Top Skills Details

ADA

Benefits administration

FMLA

HRIS

Human resource

Workers compensation

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Research employee benefits plans and vendors to identify those that present the best value.
• Design, recommend and implement new benefits programs. Examine possible plan designs and benefits cost changes.
• Negotiate with vendors and administrators for best plans, options and rates.
• Serve as primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators.
• Coordinate transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums and plan administration.
• Evaluate and revise internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations. Ensure timeliness and accuracy of required reporting and fees.
• Coordinate daily benefits processing. Handle enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, QDROs, QMCSOs, distributions, loans, hardships and compliance testing, LOA and workers compensation.
• Oversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintain group benefits database and update employee payroll records.
• Gather employee data and oversee the processing of monthly billings and the preparation of vouchers for payment of administrative fees for all group plans.
• Survey industry trends. Complete benefits surveys

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Plano, TX 75074.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plano,TX 75074.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.