Dallas, TX
HR & Benefits Specialist
Location Dallas, TX | Onsite 100%
Compensation & Schedule
• $25/hour
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; 35 hours per week
• W2
ROLE IMPACT
As a pivotal HR & Benefits Specialist, you will shape employee satisfaction by managing benefit programs, handling HR inquiries, and ensuring precise documentation and compliance. This role fosters a seamless employee experience through accurate administration, supportive engagement, and clear communication with team members and leadership.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Coordinate benefits enrollment cycles and collaborate with brokers on plan updates
• Lead benefit orientations for new hires and manage COBRA and coverage changes
• Reconcile insurance invoices and ensure timely billing accuracy
• Oversee 401k plan administration, compliance documentation, and annual audits
• Manage leave of absence requests including FMLA documentation and manager support
• Serve as the initial contact for employee relations, coaching, and policy enforcement
• Contribute to wellness, engagement, and leadership development programs
• Facilitate offboarding processes including exit interviews and asset recovery
• Address unemployment claims and routine HR-related inquiries
• Compile reports on turnover trends, survey data, and HR analytics
• Engage in SHRM and DallasHR events within budgetary scope
• Support additional HR tasks and projects as needed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• 2+ years of experience in HR and benefits administration
• Bachelor's degree required
• High accuracy in data analysis and reporting
• Strong math and organizational skills
• Interest in the arts or personal creative pursuits
CORE TOOLS & SYSTEMS
• Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUP)
• Paylocity (preferred)
• Familiarity with self-funded benefits plans (preferred)
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