Benefits and HR Operations Coordinator

Maryville University - St. Louis, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

St. Louis, MO

Educational Services

About the position

Maryville University is seeking a detail-oriented and dynamic individual to fill the role of Benefits and HR Operations Coordinator. This position is critical in overseeing the university's benefits plans and managing the day-to-day operations of the human resources department. The successful candidate will work closely with the HR team, managers, and employees to ensure that all benefits and HR processes are efficient, accurate, and compliant with university policies and regulations. In this role, you will be responsible for administering employee benefits programs, which include health insurance, retirement plans, and other voluntary benefits. You will assist with the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring that all necessary documents are processed in our HRIS system. Additionally, you will support the HR team and the university by fulfilling report requests and coordinating various campus events. The position also involves processing invoices for the HR department and overseeing the annual open enrollment process for all benefit plans. Maintaining accurate employee records and data in the HRIS system is essential, as is completing required annual surveys such as CUPA, IPEDS, and Worker's Compensation. Furthermore, you will manage the employee wellness program in conjunction with the Wellness Committee and provide guidance to employees on benefits-related matters.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other voluntary benefits.
• Assist with the onboarding process for new employees, including processing employee documents in the HRIS system.
• Support the HR team and university with report requests and various campus events.
• Process invoices for the HR Department.
• Coordinate and oversee the annual open enrollment process for all benefit plans.
• Maintain accurate employee records and data in the HRIS system.
• Complete required annual surveys including CUPA, IPEDS, and Worker's Compensation.
• Manage the employee wellness program in conjunction with the Wellness Committee.
• Provide guidance to employees on benefits-related matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in benefits administration and HR.
• Strong knowledge of benefit plans, FMLA process, and workers compensation process.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Experience using HRIS systems and advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information and maintain a high level of professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Nice-to-haves

• SHRM and/or HRCI certification is a plus.