Benefits Administrator​/Administrative Assistant

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
• Coordinate new hire enrollments and onboarding, qualifying life events, annual open enrollment, and enrollment terminations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions and resolve issues with benefit providers.
• Maintain accurate employee benefits records and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate benefit deductions and reporting.
• Prepare benefit communications, educational materials, and enrollment documentation.
• Assist with workers' compensation claims, leave administration, and related documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee records and sensitive information.
• Provide administrative support to company leadership and professional staff.
• Answer and direct phone calls, greet visitors, and manage incoming correspondence.
• Schedule meetings and coordinate conference room reservations.
• Maintain office supplies and coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and correspondence.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical filing systems.
• Assist with company events, employee recognition programs, and office functions.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree is preferred, but not required.
• Experience in benefits and office administration preferred, but not required.
• Experience in an engineering, architecture, construction, or professional services environment is a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational, time-management, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience with payroll and other benefit software.
• Strong problem-solving and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.