University of Massachusetts Dartmouth · 2 weeks ago
Temporary Hire - Human Resources Benefits Assistant (Part-Time - 20-28 hrs./week)
Dartmouth, MA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$28/hr - $30/hrUniversity of Massachusetts Dartmouth is seeking a Human Resources Benefits Assistant to provide administrative and technical support to the Benefits Manager and Office of Human Resources. The role involves assisting with employee benefits administration and managing confidential employee information while ensuring high levels of customer service and discretion.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Assists with the administration of employee benefits, such as retirement, workers’ compensation, and general benefits-related employee inquiries, including intake, documentation, tracking, and communications in accordance with University policy and federal/state regulations
Serves as a primary point of contact for benefits-related questions, explaining eligibility, procedures, timelines, and documentation requirements to employees and supervisors
Coordinates with Payroll, HR, and department managers to ensure accurate pay, benefits, and staffing related to employee benefits changes, leaves, and return-to-work situations
Maintains and safeguards confidential records, including personnel, medical, attendance, and benefits documentation, and prepares correspondence and reports using HRIS and standard office software
Assists with resolving benefits-related concerns, disputes, and grievances in alignment with University policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable laws
Provides general administrative and customer service support to the Benefits Manager and HR office, including data entry, record keeping, and responding to inquiries
Qualification
Required
Experience in Human Resources (within higher education is preferred)
Previous experience in managing the administration of employee benefits programs
Must be able to communicate in English (speaking, writing, and reading) at a level to effectively perform the essential functions of the position of the Human Resources Associate
Frequent work at a rapid pace
Capable of managing a high volume of work
Must be able to deal with adverse situations
Preferred
PHR or SPHR certificate
Working knowledge of federal/state labor laws and regulations
Company
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
UMass Dartmouth is a national research university committed to academic excellence.
Founded in 1895
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Christine Doyle
Interim CFO
David A. Gingerella, CPPO
Vice Chancellor of Administration & Finance / CFO
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