Benefits Specialist (Part-Time, 21 hours per week; 7 hours/day, 3 days/week)

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Benefits Specialist to join our team on a part-time basis, working 21 hours per week across three days. for the accurate, compliant, and timely administration of all employee benefits programs and payroll-related functions. Reporting directly to the Director of People Operations, this role ensures data integrity across payroll and HRIS systems, retirement plan administration, employee insurance programs, tax withholdings, and benefits compliance processes.

This position provides high-touch customer service and benefits education to faculty and staff while supporting the administration of health and welfare plans, retirement programs, employee communications, and regulatory compliance. The Benefits Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring employees receive exceptional service and support throughout the entire employment lifecycle.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Manage the day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), Dependent Care Accounts (DCA), COBRA, Voluntary Life and 403(b) retirement plans,.

· Process benefits enrollments, terminations, dependent additions, address changes, and eligibility updates.

· Maintain and manage electronic enrollment files and carrier data exchanges.

· Administer COBRA notifications and ongoing participant communications.

· Coordinate claims processing activities and resolve benefit-related discrepancies.

· Conduct benefits orientations for newly hired employees.

· Lead and administer the annual Open Enrollment process, including vendor coordination, system configuration, employee communications, and enrollment support.

· Serve as the backup for payroll-related inquiries including, tax withholding updates, retirement plan changes, and benefits deductions.

· Ensure accurate and timely data entry and maintenance of employee information within HRIS and payroll systems.

· Maintain data integrity across all payroll and benefits platforms.

· Maintain accurate benefits records, documentation, and administrative procedures.

· Reconcile monthly benefits invoices against active payroll rosters to ensure accurate billing and employee deductions.

· Support financial operations related to benefits administration, including billing, reconciliations, invoicing, and account audits.

· Research and resolve billing discrepancies with vendors and carriers.

· Monitor participant accounts to ensure accurate premium and contribution reporting.

· Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions, concerns, and issue resolution.

· Act as the primary liaison with insurance carriers, brokers, retirement providers, and benefits partners.

· Assist with special projects and perform other administrative duties in support of Human Resources objectives.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred.

· Minimum of 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in payroll and benefits administration.

· Working knowledge of employee benefits regulations and compliance requirements.

· Experience administering self-insured benefit programs.

· Advanced proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems. Preferably ADP

· Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.

· Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

· Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.

· Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.

· Experience working within an independent school, Secondary education institution, or nonprofit organization.

· Familiarity with education-sector employee benefit programs.

· Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or related credentials are a plus.

APPLICATION PROCESS & COMPENSATION

For immediate consideration, interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and a list of professional references to hr@centralcatholic.net. Central Catholic High School is committed to offering salaries and benefits that are highly competitive with those of similar Catholic secondary schools. Compensation will be commensurate with the level of education and experience.

ABOUT CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

A College Preparatory High School of Excellence in the Marist Tradition

Founded by the Marist Brothers in the heart of Lawrence, Massachusetts in 1935, Central Catholic High School (CCHS) enrolls approximately 1,200 students from over 60 cities and towns. The faculty and staff at CCHS are a diverse group of extraordinary, dedicated, and caring professionals who know their students well and are invested in their academic success and personal growth. Please visit our website at www.centralcatholic.net for more information.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

In its employment practices, Central Catholic High School will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, marital status, mental or physical handicap unrelated to the ability to perform duties of the position. This policy shall be interpreted in a manner that is consistent with the religious mission of Central Catholic High School and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 21.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $26