Benefits Coordinator

$43,600 - $65,400/Yr

Pacific Northwest University of Health Services - Yakima, WA

Full-time

Yakima, WA

About the position

The Benefits Coordinator at Pacific Northwest University of Health Services is responsible for managing all functions related to employee benefits administration and leave processing. This role involves maintaining employee benefit records, processing benefit paperwork, and coordinating HR benefit events, ensuring that employees receive the necessary support regarding their benefits.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and maintains employee benefit records across platforms.
• Processes benefit paperwork and assists employees with benefit-related inquiries.
• Coordinates and executes HR benefit events.
• Administers and coordinates all leave statuses.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree
• 1-3 years of experience in benefits administration or related field.
• Ability to effectively use organization and planning skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Knowledge in administering various programs.
• Skill in effective communication (both written and oral).
• Skill in independent decision making.
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Knowledge of administrative procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of computer and network operating systems.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
• Knowledge of project management principles, processes, and techniques.
• Ability to apply effective and accurate data entry and typing skills.
• Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position.

Benefits

• Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403b with Roth Option
• Paid Holidays