HR Coordinator- Benefits

$38,000 - $45,000/Yr

Trustco Bank - Albany, NY

Full-time

Albany, NY

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About the position

The HR Coordinator - Benefits at Trustco Bank is responsible for assisting in the administration of various employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability. This role involves customer service functions, managing employee benefits inquiries, maintaining filing systems, and assisting with payroll data compilation. The coordinator will also support the HR Manager with benefits reporting and recruitment processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the administration of all employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits and provide customer service support.
• Maintain employee benefits filing systems and ensure accurate data entry for payroll deductions and ACA reporting.
• Assist employees with claims related to health, dental, life, and other benefits.
• Administer COBRA and coordinate workers' compensation claims with third-party administrators.
• Assist with the processing of employee terminations and onboarding paperwork.
• Prepare correspondence related to all benefit plans and maintain the NMLS Registry.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent education or experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to time-sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to work well independently and in groups.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs, particularly Excel and Word.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field.
• Professional in Human Resources Certification (PHR).
• Society of Human Resources Management Certified Professional Certification (SHRM-CP).