HR Benefits Coordinator - Benton Harbor, Michigan
Salary Range : $48,000 - $62,000 annually | 100% On-site
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Stable Local Employer - Join an established organization with strong roots in the Benton Harbor / St. Joseph area and a reputation for supporting long-term employee success.
Employee-Facing Impact - Act as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions, support, and enrollment guidance across multiple plans.
Community Advantage - Convenient access to Southwest Michigan shoreline amenities, local healthcare networks, and regional employment hubs.
Career Growth - Opportunity to expand into broader HR functions such as Total Rewards, FMLA / Leave Administration, or HR Generalist pathways.
Key Responsibilities
Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, HSA / FSA, life insurance, and retirement plans
Support new hire onboarding and enrollment, qualifying life events, and benefits changes
Coordinate annual open enrollment, communications, and carrier relationships
Assist employees with benefit claims, coverage verification, eligibility questions, and plan clarification
Maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance (HIPAA, COBRA, ERISA, ACA, FMLA as applicable)
Partner with payroll for accurate deductions and reconciliation of benefit changes
Prepare benefit reports, dashboards, and documentation for HR leadership review
Qualifications
2-5 years of benefits or HR administration experience required
Strong knowledge of benefit plans, enrollment processes, and compliance considerations
Experience with HRIS / benefit platforms (ADP, Paylocity, Workday, Dayforce, Paycom, etc.) preferred
Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and employee service mindset
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent HR experience
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Hr Coordinator • Benton Harbor, MI, US