Benefits Specialist - Marshall or Willmar (#0526B)

JOB STATUS: Full time (40 hours/week), 12 Months Per Year starting As Soon As Possible

LOCATION: Marshall or Willmar, MN

SUPPORT EMPLOYEES THROUGH BENEFITS THAT MATTER. The Benefits Specialist is the go-to guide for all things benefits—keeping programs organized, supporting employee changes, and making sure benefits are clear, accurate, and easy to use. This role helps employees get the most out of the benefits that work for them.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Keep Benefits Running Smoothly: Handle the day-to-day details of employee benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, workers’ comp, FMLA/LOA, and wellness programs.
• Support Wellness & Vendors: Coordinate the wellness program, collaborate with the wellness committee, and be the main contact for benefits vendors.
• Manage Benefits Administration: Oversee enrollments, updates, COBRA, and claims, along with monthly billing and plan reviews.
• Be a Go-To for Employees: Guide employees through annual enrollment, answer benefit questions, and share helpful information and training.
• Keep Records Accurate: Maintain benefits and payroll records, process employee changes, and manage FSA/HSA reporting and deposits.

SKILLS TO WOW US:

• You’re great with details and discretion: You know how important confidentiality is and handle sensitive employee and company information with care.
• You work well solo and on a team: You’re comfortable managing your tasks independently while also collaborating with others when needed.
• You stay cool under pressure: You can juggle multiple priorities, stay organized, and keep things moving in a

fast-paced environment.

• You understand HR basics: You have working knowledge of HR principles and federal and local employment regulations.
• You’re tech-savvy: You’re comfortable using HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Preferred: Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum: High school diploma or GED with two (2) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Salary range of $23.28 - $35.91 p/hour + Benefits!
• Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Opportunities to grow, learn, & make a lasting impact!

BENEFITS:

The Agency’s Benefits Plan allows employees to choose, among a number of benefit options including, but not necessarily limited to, PTO, 12 paid holidays each year, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), accident insurance, critical illness insurance, Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST), hospital indemnity insurance, basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401k retirement plan, HSA, FSA – medical & dependent care, Proximal Health, CancerCare, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a Wellness Program. Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with United Community Action Partnership, Inc.

CLOSING DATE: Open to the public until filled.

CONTACT:

United Community Action Partnership, Inc.

320-235-0850

Humanr@unitedcapmn.org

WEBSITE:

www.unitedcapmn.org

United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.