Strategic Benefits & Leave Specialist

CalvertHealth; Prince Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CalvertHealth is seeking a Benefits Specialist to administer and optimize employee benefits and leave programs. You will manage enrollments, respond to inquiries, and collaborate with Payroll, HR, and vendors to ensure compliant benefits administration.

The role requires experience in benefits administration, knowledge of key laws (FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA), and strong data management skills, with attention to detail and customer service focus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years in HR, benefits or leave administration.
• Healthcare industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA and ERISA.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life and disability.
• Process enrollments, life events, and terminations accurately and timely.
• Coordinate data exchanges between HRIS, payroll, and benefit vendors.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding eligibility and coverage.
• Maintain accurate benefit and leave records in HR systems.

Skills

Benefits administration

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

HRIS

Customer service

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Human Resources or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Benefits administration platforms

Payroll processes

Job description

CalvertHealth is seeking a Benefits Specialist to administer and optimize employee benefits and leave programs. You will manage enrollments, respond to inquiries, and collaborate with Payroll, HR, and vendors to ensure compliant benefits administration.

The role requires experience in benefits administration, knowledge of key laws (FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA), and strong data management skills, with attention to detail and customer service focus.