Human Resources Coordinator

Human Resources Coordinator, Benefits Job Description

Required
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Bachelor degree in a related field with three (3) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined, including experience with employee benefits administration, FMLA, workers’ compensation, and other Human Resources functions. Experience successfully navigating NEOGOV Onboard or similar Human Resources onboarding, HRIS, or employee management platforms is required.

Equivalency: Associate degree in a related field with five (5) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined,
OR a high school diploma or GED with seven (7) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience may be considered as approved by the Human Resources Department.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade: Six (6)

Salary: $54,007 - $63,459 DOE

Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.

Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.

The college’s diverse employee pool includes 38 full-time faculty, 48 adjunct faculty, and 112 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Under general supervision of the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Coordinator, Benefits provides specialized support in the administration and coordination of the College’s employee benefits and related Human Resources operations. As SENMC continues to grow and evolve, this position plays an important role in providing employees with responsive, accurate, and timely support throughout their employment experience.

The Coordinator administers applicable employee benefit programs, including benefits offered through the State of New Mexico, retirement programs, and other College-sponsored benefits, and coordinates FMLA, workers’ compensation, annual open enrollment, and other benefits-related processes. The position also supports employee onboarding and system processes through NEOGOV Onboard and Anthology, maintains accurate benefits and leave records, coordinates required information with Payroll, and assists with new hire orientation as needed.

Coordinates and administers employee benefit programs offered through the State of New Mexico and other applicable benefit providers, including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance, and other health and welfare benefits; serves as a primary resource to employees regarding eligibility, enrollment, qualifying life events, coverage changes, waivers, beneficiary designations, and related benefit matters. Coordinates retirement-related processes and provides employee assistance regarding the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (ERB), New Mexico Retiree Health Care Authority (NMRHCA), and supplemental retirement programs, including 403(b) and 457(b) plans.

Coordinates the College’s annual open enrollment process,…