International Education Corporation
Human Resources & Benefits Specialist (59593)
International Education Corporation, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Human Resources & Benefits Specialist (59593)
The HR & Benefits Specialist is responsible for supporting the administration of the organization’s employee benefits programs. This role involves assisting employees with benefits‑related inquiries, coordinating with vendors, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with the HR Manager and VP of HR on wellness initiatives. The HR & Benefits Specialist plays a key role in new hire enrollments, open enrollment activities, managing life events, and ensuring the smooth execution of benefits processes.
Location: Corporate office in Irvine, CA. 100% on‑site.
Key Responsibilities
Administer and support employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and other perks.
Manage new hire benefits enrollments, providing timely assistance and ensuring accurate processing of enrollment selections.
Support annual open enrollment processes, including coordinating employee communications, assisting with system setup, and providing support to employees throughout the process.
Provide guidance and support to employees regarding benefits options, eligibility, and enrollment processes.
Process life events such as changes in marital status, births, or other qualifying events, ensuring timely adjustments to benefits coverage.
Collaborate with vendors to resolve benefits‑related issues and ensure timely service delivery.
Handle benefits‑related communications, including updates and distribution of educational materials.
Conduct regular audits of benefits data to ensure accuracy and assist in maintaining compliance with regulatory processes as directed by the VP of HR.
Work with the HR Manager to audit monthly billings for benefits programs and ensure timely processing of invoices.
Assist the HR Manager with workers’ compensation claims, including processing and communication with relevant stakeholders.
Collaborate with the HR Manager and HR VP on wellness initiatives, supporting the development and execution of programs to enhance employee health and well‑being.
Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations in HR systems.
Process child support orders that involve employee benefits, ensuring accurate implementation and compliance with legal requirements.
Monitor benefits utilization and assist in preparing reports for leadership as required.
Stay updated on changes to benefits administration processes and assist in communicating updates to employees.
Administer the employee referral program and student injury claims.
Respond to verification of employment requests.
Coordinate the mailing of final paychecks and separation documents, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with company procedures.
Qualifications
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
2+ years of experience in benefits administration or a similar role.
Strong organizational and administrative skills.
Proficiency in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support and educate employees effectively.
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Location: Corporate office in Irvine, CA. 100% on‑site.
Key Responsibilities
Administer and support employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and other perks.
Manage new hire benefits enrollments, providing timely assistance and ensuring accurate processing of enrollment selections.
Support annual open enrollment processes, including coordinating employee communications, assisting with system setup, and providing support to employees throughout the process.
Provide guidance and support to employees regarding benefits options, eligibility, and enrollment processes.
Process life events such as changes in marital status, births, or other qualifying events, ensuring timely adjustments to benefits coverage.
Collaborate with vendors to resolve benefits‑related issues and ensure timely service delivery.
Handle benefits‑related communications, including updates and distribution of educational materials.
Conduct regular audits of benefits data to ensure accuracy and assist in maintaining compliance with regulatory processes as directed by the VP of HR.
Work with the HR Manager to audit monthly billings for benefits programs and ensure timely processing of invoices.
Assist the HR Manager with workers’ compensation claims, including processing and communication with relevant stakeholders.
Collaborate with the HR Manager and HR VP on wellness initiatives, supporting the development and execution of programs to enhance employee health and well‑being.
Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations in HR systems.
Process child support orders that involve employee benefits, ensuring accurate implementation and compliance with legal requirements.
Monitor benefits utilization and assist in preparing reports for leadership as required.
Stay updated on changes to benefits administration processes and assist in communicating updates to employees.
Administer the employee referral program and student injury claims.
Respond to verification of employment requests.
Coordinate the mailing of final paychecks and separation documents, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with company procedures.
Qualifications
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
2+ years of experience in benefits administration or a similar role.
Strong organizational and administrative skills.
Proficiency in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support and educate employees effectively.
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