Benefits & Leave Administration Specialist II

Fort Worth ISD; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Worth ISD seeks a district Benefits Specialist to provide operational and administrative support to the benefits department, retirees, and families. You will process benefit plans, manage enrollment tasks, and ensure ACA compliance in a high-volume public-sector environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy, service, and timely follow-through, with responsibilities spanning data analysis, issue resolution, and collaboration with district staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in benefit administration, leave processing, payroll systems or related fields.
• Knowledge of ACA and IRS regulations.
• Strong data accuracy and confidential records management.

Responsibilities

• Administers employee benefit programs including health, dental, life, vision and FSAs.
• Resolves benefit-related issues, deductions, and statements for employees.
• Reviews premium waivers and refunds for disability and life plans.
• Processes medical support orders and enrollment tasks.
• Supports ACA initiatives and compliance reporting.
• Maintains confidential records and assists supervision.

Skills

Benefits administration

Payroll systems

Microsoft Office 365

Customer service

Attention to detail

Research and writing

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ACA compliance software

ERP systems

Benefits enrollment software

Job description

Fort Worth ISD seeks a district Benefits Specialist to provide operational and administrative support to the benefits department, retirees, and families. You will process benefit plans, manage enrollment tasks, and ensure ACA compliance in a high-volume public-sector environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy, service, and timely follow-through, with responsibilities spanning data analysis, issue resolution, and collaboration with district staff.