Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Benefits & Leaves Coordinator (HRIS) to manage employee benefit programs and oversee leave requests across our diverse business portfolio. In this remote role, you will handle benefits enrollments, process leave requests under FMLA and ADA guidelines, and maintain accurate records within HRIS platforms. You will serve as a primary contact for employee inquiries while ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Strong organizational skills and familiarity with benefits reconciliations will be essential for success.

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 9 AM - 5:30 PM PST with a 30-min unpaid break (40 hrs per week)

Responsibilities

Benefits Administration

• Administer health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and voluntary benefit programs.
• Manage new hire enrollments, qualifying life events, and terminations.
• Administer Local Government Medical Support Orders.
• Provide support to annual open enrollment processes.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries.
• Reconcile benefit invoices and coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate deductions.
• Maintain accurate employee benefits data in HRIS and benefits platforms.
• Maintain and manage employee electronic records.
• Partner with brokers and vendors to resolve issues and optimize plan performance.
• Assist with benefits audits, reporting, and compliance filings (e.g., 1095-C, nondiscrimination testing).

Leave Administration

• Administer Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), state leaves, parental leave, and company-sponsored leave programs.
• Track and manage leave requests, approvals, and return-to-work processes.
• Coordinate with third-party leave administrators (if applicable).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain confidential documentation and accurate leave records.
• Partner with managers and HR Team on leave-related matters and accommodations.
• Assist with other duties as needed.
• Complete, review, and submit Local Government Program claim notices in a timely and accurate manner.

Must-have requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 1 to 2 years of experience within an HR environment.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement, life, and disability plans.
• Experience administering FMLA, ADA, state leave programs, parental leave, and return-to-work processes.
• Familiarity with benefits compliance requirements, including ACA reporting (e.g., 1095-C), nondiscrimination testing, and Local Government Medical Support Orders.
• Experience working with HRIS systems, benefits platforms, and payroll coordination for deductions and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and HR systems for data tracking, reporting, and record management.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage confidential employee information accurately.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills when supporting employee inquiries.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and compliance requirements independently.

Independent Contractor Perks

Permanent work from home

Immediate hiring

Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations

Note

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.

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