Benefits & Retirement Specialist I

Job TitleBenefits & Retirement Specialist I Agency Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Department Human Resources Proposed Minimum Salary$4,380.45 monthly Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Benefits & Retirement Specialist I $4,380.45 per month 1 Full-Time Position College Station, Texas The Role at a Glance The Benefits & Retirement Specialist I serves as a key member of the Human Resources team, primarily supporting employee and retiree benefits and retirement programs. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys providing high-level customer service and guiding employees and retirees through benefits-related processes. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of benefits transactions, maintaining compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, and supporting benefits, retirement, and wellness initiatives. The position also contributes to compensation-related functions and broader HR initiatives as needed. This position reports to the Benefit & Retirement Specialist III. Qualifications of the Role Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education and experience. One year of related experience in Benefits/Retirement processing, HR Operations, and/or HR Compliance. Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

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Will consider an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with three years of related experience in Human Resources, OR a High School Diploma/GED with five years of related experience in Human Resources. About Us The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is an internationally recognized leader in emergency response training, workforce training, and technical assistance. Major TEEX competencies include fire and rescue, infrastructure and safety, law enforcement, cybersecurity, economic and workforce development, and homeland security. Every TEEX employee has a direct impact on Making a Difference to the professionals who respond to emergencies, safeguard communities, and ultimately save lives. We are focused on enhancing organizational effectiveness by creating an optimal work environment that empowers employees to improve themselves and their communities. Additionally, we offer competitive salaries and benefits, value work/life balance, and support employees' education and professional development. Benefits You Can Expect from TEEX Medical, dental, vision, life- and long-term disability insurance through The Texas A&M System. TEEX contributes to employee health and basic life premiums. Family enrollment is available. Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. 12-15 paid holidays per year. Paid vacation and sick leave. Wellness programs and release time. Access to online learning platforms. Educational reimbursement assistance and release time. Leadership development programs TEEX Employer Notices Military Crosswalk Info Applications must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Not doing so could result in an incomplete submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas

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