Addison Group
Benefits Specialist
Location:
Chicago, IL - GOLD COAST (Hybrid – Monday & Friday remote; Tuesday‑Thursday in office)
Compensation:
$30–32/hour
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and other employee‑benefit programs eligible for this position.
About Our Client:
Addison Group is hiring for our client, a large nonprofit organization that values professional development, strong benefits programs, and employee support while maintaining a mission‑driven environment.
Job Description:
The Benefits Specialist will administer and maintain employee benefit programs while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. This role will act as a primary contact for employees and vendors regarding benefit inquiries, claims, enrollment, and leave‑of‑absence programs. The position also supports open enrollment, benefit education, and process improvements within the HR/Benefits team.
Key Responsibilities:
Administer and communicate employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, short‑ and long‑term disability, and leave programs.
Serve as primary contact for escalated benefit issues with vendors and third‑party administrators.
Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations such as ACA, FMLA, ADA, COBRA, ERISA, Section 125, FLSA, and workers’ compensation requirements.
Lead and support open enrollment processes and related employee communications.
Work with HR Operations and payroll/HRIS teams (UKG preferred) to implement and maintain benefit programs.
Analyze benefits utilization, review billing, and participate in budget discussions.
Assist with leave of absence, disability, and parental leave management.
Support benefits projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Prepare and conduct employee benefit education sessions.
Qualifications:
Minimum 4 years of benefits administration experience.
Strong working knowledge of federal and state benefits regulations.
Experience managing vendors and third‑party administrators.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems (UKG preferred).
Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred; relevant certifications (SHRM‑CP, CCP, CEBS) a plus.
Equipment provided on‑site.
Hybrid work flexibility.
Exposure to a large, mission‑driven organization with a diverse employee base.
Opportunity to lead benefit‑related projects and collaborate with leadership.
Supportive HR team environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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Chicago, IL - GOLD COAST (Hybrid – Monday & Friday remote; Tuesday‑Thursday in office)
Compensation:
$30–32/hour
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and other employee‑benefit programs eligible for this position.
About Our Client:
Addison Group is hiring for our client, a large nonprofit organization that values professional development, strong benefits programs, and employee support while maintaining a mission‑driven environment.
Job Description:
The Benefits Specialist will administer and maintain employee benefit programs while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. This role will act as a primary contact for employees and vendors regarding benefit inquiries, claims, enrollment, and leave‑of‑absence programs. The position also supports open enrollment, benefit education, and process improvements within the HR/Benefits team.
Key Responsibilities:
Administer and communicate employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, short‑ and long‑term disability, and leave programs.
Serve as primary contact for escalated benefit issues with vendors and third‑party administrators.
Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations such as ACA, FMLA, ADA, COBRA, ERISA, Section 125, FLSA, and workers’ compensation requirements.
Lead and support open enrollment processes and related employee communications.
Work with HR Operations and payroll/HRIS teams (UKG preferred) to implement and maintain benefit programs.
Analyze benefits utilization, review billing, and participate in budget discussions.
Assist with leave of absence, disability, and parental leave management.
Support benefits projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Prepare and conduct employee benefit education sessions.
Qualifications:
Minimum 4 years of benefits administration experience.
Strong working knowledge of federal and state benefits regulations.
Experience managing vendors and third‑party administrators.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems (UKG preferred).
Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred; relevant certifications (SHRM‑CP, CCP, CEBS) a plus.
Equipment provided on‑site.
Hybrid work flexibility.
Exposure to a large, mission‑driven organization with a diverse employee base.
Opportunity to lead benefit‑related projects and collaborate with leadership.
Supportive HR team environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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