Benefits and Leave Coordinator

Conway Regional Health System; Conway, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Conway Regional Health System seeks an entry-level Benefits and Leave Coordinator to assist the HR team with benefits management and leave programs. The role emphasizes compliance, employee support, and accurate record-keeping while coordinating with third-party administrators.

The position handles employee inquiries and supports cross-departmental benefits and leave initiatives, contributing to smooth leave processes and compliant benefits administration.

Qualifications

• Proof of high school or equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of HR/benefits/administrative support experience required.
• Experience with HRIS or benefits platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate leave with third-party administrators.
• Guide employees through the leave process.
• Keep department leaders informed about leave and benefits activities.
• Support benefits and leave-related activities across departments.
• Handle employee inquiries related to benefits and leave.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

The Benefits and Leave Coordinator supports the HR team by managing employee benefits and leave programs. This entry-level role focuses on compliance, employee support, and accurate record-keeping. Key responsibilities include coordinating leave with third-party administrators, guiding employees through the leave process, and keeping department leaders informed. The coordinator also handles employee inquiries and supports benefits and leave-related activities across departments.

Qualifications

PRE-HIRE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proof of high school or equivalent or higher education, required
• Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field, preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in HR, benefits, or administrative support, required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), preferred
• Experience with HRIS or benefits platforms, preferred

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED PRIOR TO CLEARANCE TO WORK:

• Attendance at New Employee Orientation classroom program
• Aggression Management Training
• Successful completion of Computer-Based orientation

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED PRIOR TO INDEPENDENCE FROM PRECEPTOR:

• Successful completion of orientation skills checklist