Benefits Administrator; Bilingual – English​/Spanish

The Benefits Administrator (Bilingual – English/Spanish) is responsible for administering and supporting employee benefits programs and leave of absence processes while serving as a primary point of contact for employees. This role partners closely with third-party vendors, ensures accurate system updates, and maintains compliance with applicable laws and company policies. The Benefits Administrator plays a key role in delivering a positive employee experience and ensuring benefit accuracy across systems.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions related to benefits eligibility, enrollment, changes, and coverage.
• Assist employees in understanding medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Provide bilingual (English/Spanish) support to ensure clear communication and understanding of benefits programs.
• Lead annual Open Enrollment activities, including employee education, elections, and issue resolution.

• Update Viewpoint with benefit changes resulting from EDI files, life events, eligibility updates, and corrections.
• Ensure benefit deductions align between HR systems, payroll, and carrier records.
• Support benefit-to-payroll reconciliation and assist in resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate benefit records and documentation in HR systems.

• Administer and track employee Leaves of Absence, including FMLA, STD, LTD, and applicable state leaves.
• Serve as the primary liaison between employees, managers, carriers, and third-party administrators regarding LOA claims.
• Monitor leave usage, ensure timely documentation, and coordinate return-to-work processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company leave requirements.

• Ensure benefits and leave administration complies with company policies and applicable employment laws.
• Maintain documentation and support internal and external audits related to benefits and LOA.
• Assist with benefits reporting and compliance requirements as needed.

• Support onboarding by ensuring timely benefits enrollment and employee education.
• Partner with HR and Payroll to improve benefits processes and data accuracy.
• Participate in HR initiatives and system improvements related to benefits administration.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a Benefits Administrator, HR Generalist or related role.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws, benefits, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

Harper Brothers Construction is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.