Benefits Assistant
State of South Carolina · Spartanburg County, SC · 2 days ago
Human ResourcesFull-time
Job Responsibilities
- Supports the administration of all employee benefit programs by providing accurate information, assisting with enrollments and changes, maintaining benefits records, and serving as a point of contact for employee benefits inquiries.
- Manages and maintains the web-based leave system for all full-time faculty and staff.
- Audits leave usage and prepares leave reports.
- Enters new enrollments and changes by the 15th of the effective month.
- Processes changes within one week of receipt.
The Benefits Assistant
- Assists with mandatory ACA compliance reporting for the College, including part-time employee eligibility measurement, 1095-C generation and distribution, and 1094-C generation and upload to the IRS.
- Works with payroll administrator to compare payroll register to benefits rosters at least three times per year (January, April, August) and ensures accuracy with payrolls.
- Reviews Benefits Orientation with new employees; works closely with HR Generalist to support benefit communications during onboarding.
Requirements
- A high school diploma and administrative experience.
- A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required work experience.
- Bachelor’s Degree in an HR-related field relevant to the position.
- 3 to 5 years of hands-on HR work experience (including employee benefits and system administration).
- Certification in HR-related accreditation (SHRM / HRCI).
- Experience with State of SC Benefits / PEBA.
Qualifications
- Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in an HR-related field relevant to the position.
Skills
- Knowledge of FLSA, ACA, and other relevant employment laws.
- Experience with employee benefits systems and administration.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
- Compliance with state and federal laws.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Pay
Salary range is determined based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Full-time position with flexible scheduling options.