Benefits & Leave Specialist — Hybrid (CO)

State of Colorado; Pueblo (CO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Medical and dental plans

Paid life insurance

Disability coverage

11 holidays and leave

Flexible schedules

Remote work arrangements

Job summary

State of Colorado's CDHS Benefits Unit seeks an experienced Benefits Administrator to manage group health, dental, disability, FMLA, FAMLI, and leave programs. You will be the primary contact for benefits questions, explain enrollment options, and coordinate with DPA, PERA, and payroll to ensure accurate records.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and confidentiality. Hybrid schedule with 2 in-office days and up to 3 remote days; Colorado residency is required.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of relevant experience in Benefits Administration, including FMLA, STD, and Health and Welfare Benefit Plans.
• A combination of related education with a bachelor's degree and two years of professional benefits administration experience which must include FMLA, STD, and core benefit administration.
• A master's or doctorate degree may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of group benefit programs (health, dental, STD/long-term disability, donated leave, workers' compensation, life insurance, FSA, retirement).
• Serve as primary contact for benefits and leave management questions and assist with enrollment deadlines and open enrollment.
• Develop procedures for administering benefits and coordinate with DPA, Risk Management, and ADA teams.
• Ensure confidentiality and maintain records; liaise with payroll, PERA, legal, and vendors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Benefits Team Lead/Deputy Chief HR Officer.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Team oriented

Adaptability

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Business Management, or Human Resource Management

Master's or Doctorate may substitute for experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

State of Colorado's CDHS Benefits Unit seeks an experienced Benefits Administrator to manage group health, dental, disability, FMLA, FAMLI, and leave programs. You will be the primary contact for benefits questions, explain enrollment options, and coordinate with DPA, PERA, and payroll to ensure accurate records.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and confidentiality. Hybrid schedule with 2 in-office days and up to 3 remote days; Colorado residency is required.