Benefits Specialist

U.S. House of Representative; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. House of Representatives, Office of Finance (Payroll and Benefits) seeks a candidate to administer staff payroll and benefits in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 2+ years of related experience, with a preference for federal benefits exposure and college-level HR training. A criminal background check and pre-employment drug test are required for employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2+ years related experience; federal benefits exposure desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree; SHRM/APA/OPM certifications preferred.
• Criminal history background check and pre-employment drug test required for employment.

Skills

Experience with federal employee benefi

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma or GED + 2+ years experience

SHRM/APA/OPM certification

Job description

The purpose of the Office of Finance under the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) at the U. S. House of Representatives is to provide financial management services to Leadership, Members, Committees, Officers, and Support Service offices of the House. The Office Payroll and Benefits within the Office of Finance is responsible for the administration of staff payroll and benefits in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Minimum Experience and/or Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. plus two or more years related experience (experience with federal employee benefits and compensation programs - particularly Legislative Branch programs, desirable) or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.

Preferred:

• Completion of specialized training in relevant human resources subject areas, (e.g. federal benefits) which may be completed as part of college course work, independent courses or comparable on-the-job-training.

• Bachelor’s degree.

• SHRM, APA or OPM certification/accreditations.

Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check (or other applicable security clearance) and a pre-employment drug-test (pre-identified position only).