Benefits Specialist
Not Disclosed•ContractorHybrid
location_onVeterans Bridge, Strip District, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15222, United States
About the Opportunity
Our Pittsburgh client is seeking a Benefits Specialist for a hybrid, contract role designed to support the administration of employee benefits programs. This position plays a key role in managing open enrollment, driving employee education, and providing ongoing benefits support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, service-focused, and comfortable working directly with both employees and vendors.
Day in the Life
You will serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions and issue resolution, ensuring a smooth experience for the workforce. Your day will involve processing enrollments, changes, and terminations in HRIS and vendor systems, while partnering with brokers to ensure accurate plan administration. You will also coordinate annual open enrollment activities, including communications and meetings, and assist with compliance reporting and audits. A focus on identifying opportunities to improve benefits processes and employee understanding will be central to your success.
Schedule & Location
This is a 40-hour per week, Monday through Friday role with flexible hours available between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, including a half-hour lunch break. The position is hybrid, located in Pittsburgh, with free parking available and easy access by bus.
Hiring Process
Interested candidates should apply directly through the provided portal. Please note that background checks and other pre-employment requirements apply prior to starting.
Equal Opportunity
Robert Half is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
Veterans Bridge, Strip District, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15222, United States
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAdminister employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Paycor, Hris, Microsoft Office, Benefits Administration, Open Enrollment, Employee Data Management, Benefits Compliance, Reporting, Audits.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Frequently asked questions about Benefits Specialist at Robert Half
What does a Benefits Specialist at Robert Half do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Benefits Specialist at Robert Half will administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans; support and coordinate annual open enrollment including employee communications, meetings, and system updates; serve as a point of contact for employee benefits questions and issue resolution; and process benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations in hris and vendor systems.
What are the requirements for this Benefits Specialist role?expand_more
Robert Half is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience; 3-5+ years of experience in benefits administration or related HR role; Experience using Paycor for benefits administration; Strong knowledge of employee benefits and applicable regulations; Proficiency with HRIS systems, benefits platforms, and Microsoft Office; and Benefits or HR certification a plus.