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Benefits Specialist

Benefits Specialist

eTeamFountain Valley, CA, United States
6 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Overview

About the Role

We are seeking two Benefits Specialists to join our call center team during the busy Open Enrollment period . This is a high-volume, employee-facing role that requires strong knowledge of benefits administration, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide clear, empathetic guidance to employees.

This is a temporary role through December 31 , with the potential for permanent employment based on performance and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a high call volume (estimated 3,000–4,000 calls across the team during Open Enrollment).
  • Provide accurate and timely information on health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, and other employee benefits.
  • Assist employees in understanding benefit options, enrollment procedures, and eligibility requirements.
  • Document inquiries, issues, and resolutions in the call tracking system.
  • Continue to support benefits-related inquiries post-Open Enrollment, as call volume decreases.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service , demonstrating patience, empathy, and professionalism on every call.

Schedule

  • Training : 100% onsite, full-time.
  • Post-training : Eligible to work from home on Fridays (based on positive performance feedback).
  • Hours : Standard business hours with flexibility to accommodate peak call volumes during Open Enrollment.
  • Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in employee benefits, benefits administration, or a related HR role.
  • Strong knowledge of health & welfare benefits, retirement plans, and Open Enrollment processes .
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills ; ability to simplify complex benefits information.
  • Strong problem-solving, active listening, and customer service mindset .
  • Proficiency with call tracking systems and HR / benefits software .
  • Ability to manage high call volumes effectively while maintaining service quality.
  • Spanish language skills are a plus.
  • Education

  • Required : High School Diploma
  • Preferred : Bachelor’s Degree
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