Employee Benefits Specialist

Denison ISD; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Denison ISD is seeking an Employee Benefits Specialist to coordinate the district's benefits program, maintain records, and assist employees in utilizing benefits effectively. The role focuses on health, dental, life, and reimbursement plans, with emphasis on compliance and clear communication.

You will collaborate with HR and insurance carriers, prepare notices, enroll new staff, and support open enrollment while maintaining confidential records and accurate data entry.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• 3 years of benefits administration experience preferred.
• Knowledge of benefits programs and applicable laws.
• Ability to interpret and disseminate insurance information to individuals and groups.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present information to individuals and groups.
• Proficiency in keyboarding and file maintenance.
• Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefit programs (health, dental, life, medical reimbursement).
• Respond to benefit inquiries and resolve issues with employees courteously.
• Provide COBRA, HIPAA, and ACA notices and certificates as required.
• Assist with benefits orientation and enrollment for new employees.
• Support annual open enrollment with materials and presentations.
• Prepare and balance monthly premium statements and liaise with accounting.

Skills

Benefits program knowledge

Interpret insurance information

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking/presentation

Keyboarding and office software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Word processing

Frontline

Job description

Employee Benefits Specialist

Date Posted

10/8/2026

Location

Administration Building

Closing Date

10/23/2026

Primary Purpose

Coordinate the employee benefits program for the district. Maintain records and provide assistance to employees to ensure effective use of benefits.

Qualifications

**Education/Certification:** High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of administration of employee benefits programs and applicable laws
• Ability to interpret and disseminate insurance and benefits information to individuals and groups
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and to small and large groups of employees
• Proficiency in keyboarding and file maintenance
• Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles

Experience

3 years of experience in benefits administration, insurance administration, or related field preferred

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Administer employee benefit programs such as group health insurance, dental, life, and medical reimbursement.
• Handle employee benefit inquiries and complaints to ensure quick, equitable, and courteous resolution. Act as liaison between employees and insurance carrier's claims office and resolve administrative problems with insurance carrier representatives.
• Provide timely notice to employees under the requirements of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and Affordable Care Act (ACA) including issuing certificates of coverage for all medical plans for all terminated employees and dependents.
• Assist in conducting benefits orientation meetings and enrollment of new employees in benefit plans.
• Assist with the annual open enrollment process, including making group presentations and preparing, distributing, and receiving materials and forms. Process all employee benefit enrollment and change forms within required time limits to meet payroll deadlines.
• **Records, Reports, and Correspondence**
• Prepare and verify monthly premium statements for all group insurance policies. Balance and submit billing statements to accounting for payment.
• Maintain all benefits-related records including statistical data relative to premiums and cost. Assist with required data entry and preparation of reports.
• Assist with preparation of benefits handbook, including word processing, coordinating printing, and distribution.
• Maintain and distribute insurance forms and supplies to campuses and other district buildings.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• **Other**
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources Department and Director of Human Resources.
• Enter and update employee certification information.
• Build Service Records in Frontline.
• Other duties as assigned.
• **Supervisory Responsibilities:**
• None.
• **Mental Demands/Physical Demands/ Environmental Demands:**
• **Tools/Equipment Used:** Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• **Posture:**Prolonged sitting. Occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• **Motion:**Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse. Occasional reaching
• **Lifting:**Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• **Environment:**May work prolonged or irregular hours
• Mental Demands:**Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress
• Tools/Equip ent Used:** Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals