FT Admin - HR Benefits Coordinator

FT Admin•HR Benefits Coordinator Lansing, MI Job Details Full-time $60,854•$68,801 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Affordable Care Act (ACA) Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Retirement plan management Healthcare benefits management Benefits strategy management FMLA Leave management Associate's degree in Business Administration HIPAA Process improvement HR legal compliance Mid-level Payroll management Business Administration Human Resources Business Associate's degree Communication skills Full Job Description Job no: 493661 Work status:

Regular/Continuing Location:

LCC Downtown Campus Categories:

Administration Work type:

Full Time View Position Description Title:

FT Admin•HR Benefits Coordinator This Posting is Open Until Filled The date after which applications are not guaranteed review is : 3/31/2026

Hours Per Week:

40

Hours Compensation Type:

Annual Salary New Hire Starting Pay:

$60,854•$68,801

Employee Classification:

FT Admin-Non Union Level:

FT Administrative-3

Division:

Human Resources Division•12300

Department:

Human Resources•12301

Campus Location:

LCC Downtown Campus Position Type:

Regular/Continuing Bargaining Unit:

Non Bargaining To view the applicable labor contract, visit the Labor Relations web site. For information about the benefits offered, please visit the Benefits web site.

Job Summary:

The HR Benefits Coordinator serves as the primary resource for employees on all benefits-related matters, including health, retirement, and tuition waiver programs. This role manages employee benefits enrollments, changes, and cancellations, maintains HR systems and portal content, and ensures compliance with COBRA, ACA, FMLA, and other applicable laws and regulations. The Benefit Coordinator also supports payroll accuracy, administers leaves of absence and accommodations, and collaborates with the Purchasing Department to maintain employee discounts and perks. Additionally, the position develops and delivers benefit communications, orientations, and resources to keep employees informed and engaged. The Benefit Coordinator evaluates and recommends process improvements, resolves system issues, and cross-trains within the HR department to provide coverage and support as needed. In collaboration with the HR Director of Total Compensation, the role administers retirement benefits, provides guidance on retirement elections and applications, and facilitates retirement orientations. This position requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a commitment to ensuring accurate, efficient, and compliant administration of employee benefits and related programs. Incumbents must have a demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately. This position is part of a four-person total compensation team with a two-person focus on benefits. An on-campus presence, 5 days/week is required. Regular on campus presence is expected for all LCC employment. Any flexible work schedules and/or hybrid work schedules approved by the College are subject to change based on the needs of the LCC community. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

Required Qualifications:

Associate's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Significant years of experience in employee benefits administration or an HR generalist role with benefits responsibilities. Demonstrated experience with employee benefits programs (i.e. wellness, medical, dental programs). Demonstrated experience using computer applications and office software (i.e., MS Excel, Outlook, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated human resources experience in higher education. Working knowledge of federal and state employment and benefits regulations, including COBRA, FMLA, ACA, and HIPAA. Demonstrated work experience in ADA accommodations, leaves of absence or similar. Demonstrated experience working in a unionized environment or familiarity with bargaining unit contracts. Lansing Community College prohibits sex discrimination in any educational program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at lcc.edu/consumer-information/equal.html .

Advertised:

05 Mar 2026 Eastern Standard Time Applications close: