HR Benefits Coordinator

HR Benefits Coordinator - Benton Harbor, Michigan

Salary Range : $48,000 - $62,000 annually | 100% On-site

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Stable Local Employer - Join an established organization with strong roots in the Benton Harbor / St. Joseph area and a reputation for supporting long-term employee success.

Employee-Facing Impact - Act as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions, support, and enrollment guidance across multiple plans.

Community Advantage - Convenient access to Southwest Michigan shoreline amenities, local healthcare networks, and regional employment hubs.

Career Growth - Opportunity to expand into broader HR functions such as Total Rewards, FMLA / Leave Administration, or HR Generalist pathways.

Key Responsibilities

Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, HSA / FSA, life insurance, and retirement plans

Support new hire onboarding and enrollment, qualifying life events, and benefits changes

Coordinate annual open enrollment, communications, and carrier relationships

Assist employees with benefit claims, coverage verification, eligibility questions, and plan clarification

Maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance (HIPAA, COBRA, ERISA, ACA, FMLA as applicable)

Partner with payroll for accurate deductions and reconciliation of benefit changes

Prepare benefit reports, dashboards, and documentation for HR leadership review

Qualifications

2-5 years of benefits or HR administration experience required

Strong knowledge of benefit plans, enrollment processes, and compliance considerations

Experience with HRIS / benefit platforms (ADP, Paylocity, Workday, Dayforce, Paycom, etc.) preferred

Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and employee service mindset

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent HR experience

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