Human Resources Benefits Specialist

Compensation

$52,501 Compensation Type: Exempt Employment Type: Regular Grade: E03 Position Summary Are you passionate about helping employees access the benefits and resources they need to thrive? Do you enjoy providing exceptional service in a collaborative, people-focused environment? If so, San Juan College invites you to apply for our full-time Human Resources Benefits Specialist position.

Why San Juan College? At San Juan College, our mission is to educate and empower individuals to thrive in an ever-changing world. We foster a culture built on Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, and we're committed to supporting both our students and employees. Located in Farmington, New Mexico, in the heart of the Four Corners, you'll enjoy an outstanding quality of life with endless outdoor recreation, a vibrant arts community, and easy access to Durango, Moab, Santa Fe, and Albuquerque.

Benefits

You'll Love As a Platinum Family Friendly New Mexico Business, we offer: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Generous paid leave and holidays NMERB pension plus optional retirement plans Tuition waiver Employee wellness program and EAP Free SJC gym membership and library services Join a team where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying exceptional benefits and work-life balance.

Essential Duties

Assists in the administration of benefits and compensation; resolves employee benefits issues; enrolls new employees; resolves billing or data errors. Provides support to employees in various HR-related topics such as benefits and leaves and resolves any issues that may arise. Determines employee eligibility for FMLA and short-term disability benefits; Coordinates, tracks and communicates with employees regarding their FMLA and Short-Term Disability benefits.

Ensures new employees are enrolled in benefits programs; removes terminated employees and coordinates COBRA benefits. Schedules and conducts exit interviews for separating employees; communicates continued benefits options and final pay. Maintains records of new hires, changes, and separations of employees. Coordinates training for compliance and employee development.

Administers special projects as directed by the VP of Human Resources and Legal Activities. Assists the Benefits Manager in planning and executing Wellness events and activities. Works with retirees on enrollment in and questions related to retiree healthcare benefits. Serves on the Employee Enrichment and Appreciation committee (EEAC).

Serves a lead role with EEAC events, including the Thanksgiving potluck, retiree reception, and other campus-wide events. Coordinates and facilitates employee awards, including voting and selection of awardees by working with committees, Institutional Research, and other stakeholders as needed. Serves as the head of the Awards committee.

Develops and implements strategic communications with employees and retirees regarding benefit changes, open enrollments, the Family Medical Leave Act, the Affordable Care Act, the Wellness Fair, and other benefits-related topics. Conducts new employee benefits orientation. Ensures compliance with college objectives and with state and federal laws and regulations.

Serves as liaison between employee and New Mexico State insurance providers and COBRA. Assists payroll with research and resolution eligibility and payment of short-term disability benefits. Tracks and maintains Sick Leave Bank balance, transactions, and members. Prepares benefits information for annual employment contracts.

Coordinates payment of and tracks all banked overload credits and Embedded Honors credits for all faculty. Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of an Associate’s degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Must have sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with having had a similar position for two to three years.

SHRM-CP Certification is preferred. The following REQUIRED documents must be submitted with application in order to be considered . Upload all required documents under the Application Questions 2 section for "Additional Documents Required". Cover Letter (Required) Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume (Required) List of 3 Supervisor References.

(Required) Unofficial Transcripts (Optional) Letters of Recommendation (Optional) This position will remain open until filled with application review occurring weekly. EEO STATEMENT: San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic, veteran's status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.