Benefits Administration Lead

State Center Community College District; Reedley (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

State Center Community College District is seeking a Benefits Coordinator (Confidential) to lead the administration of the District's benefits and workers' compensation programs. This role provides guidance to staff and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in HR or related field and several years of benefits experience, with strong analytical, training and communication skills to support labor relations and benefits operations across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, public administration or related field and four years' experience in employee benefits.
• Experience in workers' compensation programs and benefits administration.
• Ability to interpret benefit plans, laws and regulations and apply them to district operations.
• Strong analytical, training and communication skills for staff guidance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer benefit plans including medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Oversee open enrollment, eligibility, deductions and benefit communications.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, ACA, COBRA and related reporting requirements.
• Lead and train staff; provide guidance and monitor workflow to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate workers' compensation program administration and liaise with vendors and providers.

Skills

Benefits administration

HIPAA/ACA compliance

Labor relations

Regulatory interpretation

Analytical skills

Staff training & guidance

HRIS system knowledge

Payroll/benefits coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / related field

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

State Center Community College District is seeking a Benefits Coordinator (Confidential) to lead the administration of the District's benefits and workers' compensation programs. This role provides guidance to staff and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in HR or related field and several years of benefits experience, with strong analytical, training and communication skills to support labor relations and benefits operations across