• Administer and coordinate employee benefit plans including health, dental, vision, life, long-term care, short-term and long-term disability, critical illness, on-site clinic, wellness, employee assistance program, and Section 125 plans.
• Conduct new hire orientations and provide day-to-day administration of benefit plans.
• Handle inquiries about eligibility, changes, enrollments, and benefit plan interpretation.
• Coordinate the benefit renewal process, including activities associated with annual open enrollment.
• Ensure compliance with city, state, and federal regulations regarding employee benefits.
• Administer retirement plans, including KPERS, MEPP, KP&F, and the 457 Deferred Compensation Plans.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all benefit plans.
• Communicate benefit plan information to employees through various mediums such as newsletters, email, and memos.
• Stay current on federal, state, and local legislation affecting employee benefits.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Certification as a benefits professional is preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in human resources or benefits administration, with a preference for experience in municipalities or states.
• Advanced knowledge of KPERS and other retirement plans.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and HRIS software systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

• Job Title: Benefits Coordinator
• Location: Overland Park, KS- fully onsite
• Compensation: $70,000 annually
• Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance