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Job Summary
POSITION TITLE: Human Resources Coordinator
FLSA: Non - Exempt
REPORTS TO: Director of Finance/Superintendent
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 240 Day Contract. Contract will be prorated based on the actual start date.
LOCATIONS: Administration
QUALIFICATIONS
- Human Resources or related experience required
- High School Diploma
- Highly motivated with strong organizational skills.
- Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to develop spreadsheets, use databases and do word processing
- 3-5 years secretarial and/or human resources experience
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Initiate and maintain physical and computerized departmental files for all employees and applicants including verification of completeness of files.
- Fingerprint new employees and conducts background screenings.
- Working directly with new staff hires to complete all paperwork necessary
- Review, reconcile and pay monthly benefit invoices
- Works directly with Technology consultants on any email additions/changes/problems.
- Works in collaboration with the Payroll Coordinator to plan and implement all onboarding activities;
- Responsible for employment contract requests for new employees, employee changes, and educational increments;
- Serves as a point-of-contact for employees regarding HR programs, practices, and procedures;
- Responsible for reviewing contracts for accuracy prior to issuance, periodically throughout the school year, and annually at contract renewal time;
- Administer a wide variety of personnel procedures and practices (e.g. processing applications, verifying employment, contracts, compensation schedule, etc.) for conforming to district policies, relevant laws, contracts, and agreements;
- Responsible for maintaining employee information in eFinance and insurance portals specific to the Human Resources Department; including entering employee deductions
- Responsible for preparing surveys and reports required of the Human Resources Department, including salary surveys, educational increment and educational level reports, and assisting in the data update for the monthly Cycle Reports to the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education;
- Work with Third Party Benefit Companies (insurance reps)
- Oversee all employee benefits during new hire and open enrollment periods.
- Maintains the EEO-5 reporting process; maintains records, reports, and logs to conform to EEO regulations;
- Maintain emotional control under stress.
- Work with administrators.
- Attend meetings/training as required by administration.
- Work additional hours as directed.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Maintains prompt and regular attendance
- Present and communicate in a professional manner.
- Demonstrates the ability to maintain positive professional working relationships with others
- Other duties as assigned by administration.
OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must have the ability to lift at least 20 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to endure prolonged standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, occasional reaching above the head or the shoulders, bending, squatting.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
The Pea Ridge School District is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $38,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Summary
POSITION TITLE: Human Resources Coordinator
FLSA: Non - Exempt
REPORTS TO: Director of Finance/Superintendent
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 240 Day Contract. Contract will be prorated based on the actual start date.
LOCATIONS: Administration
QUALIFICATIONS
- Human Resources or related experience required
- High School Diploma
- Highly motivated with strong organizational skills.
- Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to develop spreadsheets, use databases and do word processing
- 3-5 years secretarial and/or human resources experience
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Initiate and maintain physical and computerized departmental files for all employees and applicants including verification of completeness of files.
- Fingerprint new employees and conducts background screenings.
- Working directly with new staff hires to complete all paperwork necessary
- Review, reconcile and pay monthly benefit invoices
- Works directly with Technology consultants on any email additions/changes/problems.
- Works in collaboration with the Payroll Coordinator to plan and implement all onboarding activities;
- Responsible for employment contract requests for new employees, employee changes, and educational increments;
- Serves as a point-of-contact for employees regarding HR programs, practices, and procedures;
- Responsible for reviewing contracts for accuracy prior to issuance, periodically throughout the school year, and annually at contract renewal time;
- Administer a wide variety of personnel procedures and practices (e.g. processing applications, verifying employment, contracts, compensation schedule, etc.) for conforming to district policies, relevant laws, contracts, and agreements;
- Responsible for maintaining employee information in eFinance and insurance portals specific to the Human Resources Department; including entering employee deductions
- Responsible for preparing surveys and reports required of the Human Resources Department, including salary surveys, educational increment and educational level reports, and assisting in the data update for the monthly Cycle Reports to the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education;
- Work with Third Party Benefit Companies (insurance reps)
- Oversee all employee benefits during new hire and open enrollment periods.
- Maintains the EEO-5 reporting process; maintains records, reports, and logs to conform to EEO regulations;
- Maintain emotional control under stress.
- Work with administrators.
- Attend meetings/training as required by administration.
- Work additional hours as directed.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Maintains prompt and regular attendance
- Present and communicate in a professional manner.
- Demonstrates the ability to maintain positive professional working relationships with others
- Other duties as assigned by administration.
OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must have the ability to lift at least 20 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to endure prolonged standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, occasional reaching above the head or the shoulders, bending, squatting.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
The Pea Ridge School District is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $38,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in human resources benefits specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Experience administering health, dental, vision, and retirement benefit plans
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms and benefits administration software
- Knowledge of ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA, and FMLA compliance requirements
- CEBS, PHR, SHRM-CP, or CBP certification preferred or required
- Strong analytical skills for benefits cost analysis and open enrollment reporting
Tips for Your Human Resources Benefits Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to plan types
Employers want to see which benefits programs you have actually administered. Distinguish between defined-benefit pensions, 401(k) plans, self-funded health plans, and voluntary benefits so hiring managers can see your exact experience, not just a generic HR background.
List your certifications above the fold
CEBS, PHR, SHRM-CP, and CBP credentials often act as filters before a human ever reads your resume. Place active certifications near the top of your resume, and note any you are actively pursuing so screeners do not pass you over too early.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists human resources benefits specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by plan complexity
A role at a 500-person company managing fully insured plans is a different job than one at a 10,000-person employer running a self-funded health plan. Read job descriptions carefully and prioritize openings where your specific plan-size and funding experience is a direct match.
Prepare a benefits audit example for interviews
Interviewers frequently ask how you have identified cost savings or compliance gaps in a benefits program. Have a concrete example ready that covers what you audited, what you found, and what changed as a result. Generic process answers rarely land well for this role.
Negotiate using total compensation framing
Because you understand benefits valuation better than most candidates, use that knowledge during offer negotiation. Quantify the employer-paid premiums, retirement match, and ancillary benefits in the offer so you are comparing total compensation, not just base salary, when you counter.
Human Resources Benefits Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most human resources benefits specialists?
FirstEnergy, Stratosphere Quality, and Marsh are hiring the most human resources benefits specialists right now, with openings concentrated in California, Ohio, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, large financial institutions, and national manufacturers tend to maintain steady hiring volume for this role given the complexity of their benefits programs.
How many human resources benefits specialist jobs are remote?
About 58% of human resources benefits specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability highest for roles focused on benefits administration, vendor management, and open enrollment support. Positions that require in-person new-hire orientations or frequent employee counseling sessions are more likely to be on-site or hybrid.
How do you become a human resources benefits specialist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, then gain exposure to benefits administration through an HR generalist, HR coordinator, or payroll role. Build hands-on experience with health plan enrollment, leave administration, and retirement plan compliance. Earning a CEBS, SHRM-CP, or CBP credential strengthens your candidacy significantly and signals to employers that you understand the regulatory and financial complexity of the work.
Can you get hired as a human resources benefits specialist without direct experience?
Yes, employers do hire candidates with adjacent experience into entry-level benefits roles. HR coordinator, payroll specialist, and customer service positions at insurance carriers or third-party administrators all build transferable skills. Demonstrating knowledge of COBRA administration, open enrollment cycles, or ERISA basics in your resume and interview helps close the experience gap. A relevant certification also signals seriousness to hiring managers who might otherwise pass on a less experienced candidate.
What does the human resources benefits specialist interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screen with a recruiter first, followed by a panel or one-on-one interview with the HR manager or total rewards director. Expect scenario-based questions about handling an ERISA compliance issue, managing a vendor dispute, or guiding an employee through a qualifying life event. Some employers also include a short written exercise or case study involving benefits cost analysis or an open enrollment communication task.
Where can I find and apply to human resources benefits specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to human resources benefits specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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