Benefits Specialist (3–6 Month Contract) Needed!

Location: Fully Onsite – Houston, TX
Pay Rate: $25.50–$28.50 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 8a-4:30p or 9a-5:30p; with occasional overtime 

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Benefits Specialist for a fully onsite contract role to support day-to-day benefits administration and HR operations. This role is ideal for candidates with administrative or benefits experience, who are organized, reliable, and enjoy working in a collaborative and supportive HR team.

The position involves monitoring employee inquiries, maintaining benefit records, supporting vendor processes, and assisting with routine benefit transactions. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring employees receive timely and accurate information while helping maintain compliance and smooth HR operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the benefits email inbox daily; respond to employee inquiries using approved resources and escalate complex questions to HR team members as needed.

• Respond to basic associate questions about benefit plans or eligibility using standardized information or escalate when necessary.

• Process benefits-related payments following predefined reconciliation procedures.

• Support vendor processes for healthcare, 401(k), FSA, and employee discount programs by gathering and submitting required documentation.

• Enter and verify data in HRIS and payroll systems to maintain accurate benefit records.

• Assist with benefit transactions for new hires, terminations, and current employees.

• Distribute pre-approved communication materials and forms related to employee benefits.

• Answer phone and email inquiries using provided scripts or policy references.

• Maintain internal HRIS records and websites with up-to-date benefit plan information.

• Escalate complex employee issues with benefit providers to the appropriate HR team member.

• Assist with internal benefits audits by gathering and organizing documentation.

• Provide scheduled data to vendors to support plan testing and reporting requirements.

• Coordinate logistics for wellness events and benefit-related activities.

• Maintain confidentiality of employee information and follow company guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an administrative or coordinator role in human resources or benefits administration.

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and general productivity tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Experience using HRIS or benefits enrollment platforms such as SuccessFactors, UKG, Empyrean, etc.

• Basic knowledge of relevant employment and benefits regulations (e.g., HIPAA, COBRA, ERISA, ACA).
  
   

  Why You’ll Love This Team

  This is a fast-paced, supportive, and collaborative HR environment where employees work together to ensure smooth benefits administration and a positive employee experience. You will be joining a team that values communication, teamwork, and professional growth, making this an excellent opportunity to expand your experience in benefits administration while contributing to a strong HR function.

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