Benefits Specialist

Benefits Specialist

We are looking for a Benefits Specialist to support compensation and benefits operations for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Chicago, Illinois. This long-term contract position focuses on administering employee benefit programs, coordinating leave-related processes, and providing accurate analysis to support informed decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, a service-oriented mindset, and experience handling benefits activities with consistency and care.

Responsibilities:

• Administer day-to-day employee benefit programs and help ensure accurate enrollment, updates, and ongoing plan support.
• Coordinate benefits-related activities across employees, vendors, and internal stakeholders to maintain smooth program delivery.
• Review benefits data and prepare analysis that helps identify trends, resolve discrepancies, and support reporting needs.
• Assist with compensation and benefits administration by maintaining records and helping ensure information is current and reliable.
• Support FMLA and other leave-related processes by tracking documentation, monitoring timelines, and responding to employee questions.
• Address benefits inquiries professionally and provide clear guidance on plan options, eligibility, and required actions.
• Audit benefits information regularly to improve accuracy, reduce errors, and support compliance with applicable policies.
• Partner with relevant teams to help implement process updates or operational changes affecting benefits administration when needed.