Benefits Clerk

Security Industry Specialists; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Health, dental, vision, 401(k)

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Security Industry Specialists, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Benefits Clerk to support day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs.

You will maintain accurate records for health and welfare, workers’ compensation, and LOA, and help ensure compliant benefits administration. The role reports to the Benefits Manager and involves assisting with open enrollment, new hire orientations, and audits, while handling special projects and maintaining a proactive, detail-oriented approach in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in employee benefits administration or related field.
• General office experience with clerical tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to function effectively in stressful or fast-paced situations.
• Excellent time management, verbal and written communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• An enthusiastic team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate electronic benefit personnel files, including records related to health and welfare benefits, workers’ compensation claims, and Leave of Absence (LOA) programs, ensuring data is current, organized, and compliant with recordkeeping requirements.
• Responds to routine employee and management questions regarding benefits eligibility, enrollment, and programs; identifies more complex or sensitive issues and routes them to the Benefits Manager or the appropriate specialist.
• Performs regular audits of employee benefit files and records in coordination with Payroll, Human Resources, and other departments to confirm accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Assists with open enrollment, new hire benefits orientation, and benefits-related correspondence as directed.
• Supports the Benefits Manager on special projects and initiatives related to employee benefits administration.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Business Administration or HR (preferred)

Tools

HRIS or benefits software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Austin, TX 78727, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly

About the role

The Benefits Clerk supports the day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs for SIS employees and management. This role maintains accurate benefits records, responds to routine employee and management inquiries, and helps ensure the timely and compliant administration of health and welfare, workers’ compensation, and Leave of Absence (LOA) programs. The Benefits Clerk reports directly to the Benefits Manager and performs special projects as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate electronic benefit personnel files, including records related to health and welfare benefits, workers’ compensation claims, and Leave of Absence (LOA) programs, ensuring data is current, organized, and compliant with recordkeeping requirements.
• Responds to routine employee and management questions regarding benefits eligibility, enrollment, and programs; identifies more complex or sensitive issues and routes them to the Benefits Manager or the appropriate specialist.
• Performs regular audits of employee benefit files and records in coordination with Payroll, Human Resources, and other departments to confirm accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Assists with open enrollment, new hire benefits orientation, and benefits-related correspondence as directed.
• Supports the Benefits Manager on special projects and initiatives related to employee benefits administration.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent
• Prior Experience in employee benefits administration or a related field.
• Prior Experience in a general office setting, with clerical or administrative experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to function effectively in stressful or fast-paced situations.
• Excellent time management, verbal and written communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• An enthusiastic team player with a positive attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience with HRIS or benefits administration software.
• Experience supporting workers’ compensation or Leave of Absence (LOA) processes.
• Working knowledge of employee benefits laws and regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, FMLA/CFRA).

We offer

• $25.00-30.00/HR
• Health, Dental, Vision, and 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off, including Sick/Safe Time
• A dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunities for growth

Security Industry Specialists, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer