Benefits & Compensation Specialist

LHH is partnering with a well-established, mission-driven nonprofit organization in the Washington, DC area to identify a Benefits & Compensation Specialist for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This role offers a hybrid schedule, beginning with three days onsite and transitioning to two days onsite once the individual is fully integrated. The hourly pay rate is between $27-$34 and permanent salary range is $65,000–$75,000, depending on experience.

This position plays a key role in supporting benefits administration, compensation processes, HR operations, and compliance initiatives while contributing to a positive, inclusive organizational culture.

• Administer comprehensive employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, leave programs, transportation subsidy, education assistance, wellness initiatives, and workers’ compensation.
• Manage day-to-day benefits operations including eligibility, enrollments, terminations, reporting, vendor coordination, and employee support.
• Lead planning and execution of annual open enrollment and benefits-related events in partnership with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Prepare and distribute employee communications regarding benefits, wellness initiatives, compensation updates, and HR policies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA).
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries.

• Support annual compensation cycles including benchmarking, salary surveys, job evaluations, and internal equity reviews.
• Assist with tuition reimbursement requests, interim pay changes, and other compensation-related updates.
• Maintain and analyze HR data related to compensation, benefits, and workforce metrics.
• Prepare reports and dashboards to support leadership decision-making.

• Assist with Short-Term Disability (STD), FMLA, and other leave administration in coordination with payroll and third-party administrators.
• Support benefits-related processes for employee separations, including COBRA administration.
• Maintain accurate HRIS records and confidential personnel files, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
• Process employee status changes and organizational updates.

• Minimum of 3 years of related HR experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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