We are looking for a Benefits Administrator to support employee benefits operations for a construction and contractor-focused organization in Fresno, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage benefits activities with accuracy, provide dependable employee support, and help maintain compliant administration across multiple programs. The role will focus on day-to-day coordination of benefit plans, eligibility review, leave administration, and related documentation while working closely with internal stakeholders and external providers.
Responsibilities:
- Administer employee benefit programs by coordinating enrollments, changes, terminations, and routine updates across available plans.
- Review eligibility details for employees and dependents to ensure accurate coverage activation and ongoing insurance participation.
- Manage COBRA-related tasks, including qualifying event processing, notification support, and maintenance of required records.
- Oversee leave of absence administration by tracking requests, maintaining documentation, and communicating status updates to appropriate parties.
- Respond to employee questions regarding benefit options, coverage rules, and enrollment timelines in a clear and thorough manner.
- Work with insurance carriers, brokers, and internal teams to resolve benefit discrepancies and support timely issue resolution.
- Maintain organized benefits files, audit data for accuracy, and help ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Support compensation and benefits activities by assisting with reporting, benefit reconciliations, and other administrative processes tied to employee programs.
- At least 2 years of experience in benefits administration, benefits coordination, or a closely related human resources function.
- Working knowledge of employee benefit processes, including enrollments, eligibility verification, and insurance coverage administration.
- Experience handling COBRA administration and leave of absence processes with strong attention to detail.
- Familiarity with compensation and benefits practices within a fast-paced business environment.
- Ability to interpret benefit information accurately and communicate it effectively to employees and stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage records, deadlines, and multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficiency in maintaining confidential information and handling sensitive employee data with discretion.