Benefits Assistant, HR/Recruitment
Listed on 2026-03-03
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HR/Recruitment
Employee Relations
Position Details
- Position Type:
Administration - Date Posted: 2/28/2026
- Location:
Administration Center-Human Resources - Date Available:
ASAP - Closing Date: 03/08/2026
- District:
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or four (4) years of directly related experience in human resources, benefits administration, or a closely related field, including exposure to employee leave programs.
- Proficiency with personal computers and software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat for data management, reporting, and communication.
- Knowledge of employee benefit plan administration, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Alaska Family Leave Act (AFLA) provisions, retirement programs, and applicable employment laws.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Must hold and maintain a valid State of Alaska driver’s license and the ability to receive and maintain access to military bases.
The Benefits Assistant oversees and is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the district's employee benefit programs, including health and life insurance, supplemental plans, tax-sheltered accounts, and employee leave programs. The position ensures accurate processing and documentation, supports compliance with board policy, collective bargaining agreements, third-party administrators, and applicable state and federal laws, and works closely with Payroll, Borough Risk Management, and Human Resources staff to support consistent and effective benefits operations.
Starting Hourly Rate:
Grade 5: $65,806.83 - $90,930.74 DOE
Work Day: 8 hours per day
Work Year: 12 months
Bargaining Unit:
Non-Represented
- Accrued sick and personal leave
- Paid holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and audio
- Retirement (PERS)
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