Remote Benefits Coordinator (Contract)

CAI; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CAI is seeking a Benefits Coordinator for a remote, contract role to support benefits open enrollment and related administration. You will assist with OE materials, respond to routine employee questions, and help test HRIS systems under the Payroll & Benefits director.

Ideal candidates have administrative or coordinator experience in HR or payroll, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Excel/Word. Workday experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior administrative or coordinator experience, preferably within HR, benefits, or payroll.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling confidential employee data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain benefits information clearly to employees.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities during a high-volume period.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Willingness to learn payroll regulations, wage and hour basics, and company policy.

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain Open Enrollment documents and communications to ensure accuracy across versions.
• Coordinate information across HR, Payroll, carriers, and stakeholders to keep OE activities on schedule.
• Serve as first point of contact for routine employee benefits questions and escalate as needed.
• Support OE system testing, including plan setup, rates, and employee-facing displays in HRIS.
• Assist with wellness program reporting, including tracking participation data and summaries.
• Provide general admin support to Payroll & Benefits during OE cycle.

Skills

Administrative experience

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

MS Excel

MS Word

Office Suite

Tools

Workday

HRIS

Job description

CAI is seeking a Benefits Coordinator for a remote, contract role to support benefits open enrollment and related administration. You will assist with OE materials, respond to routine employee questions, and help test HRIS systems under the Payroll & Benefits director.

Ideal candidates have administrative or coordinator experience in HR or payroll, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Excel/Word. Workday experience is preferred.