Human Resources Benefits and Compliance Specialist

position summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Benefits and Compliance Specialist to join our Human Resources team supporting 300 employees across the United States. This role is responsible for administering HR compliance programs, employee benefits operations, leave management administration, and regulatory reporting activities.

The Benefits and Compliance Specialist will play a key role in ensuring HR processes are efficient, compliant, and well organized while supporting employees throughout their employment lifecycle. This position works closely with other HR team members, managers, payroll, and employees to maintain accurate records, administer employment-related programs, and support compliance with federal, state and local laws.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with remote work eligibility. The anticipated annual salary range for this role is $70,100 to $79,400, depending on qualifications and experience. This position is also eligible for a bonus opportunity.

why Merjent?

Merjent is a medium-sized consulting and engineering company dedicated to creating an environment where both people and projects succeed. Merjent has staff located across the United States who may choose a remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangement. All full-time employees begin their tenure at Merjent with 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. In addition, employees receive 10 paid holidays and generous benefits and compensation packages. Merjent supports annual career-related training for employees to become or continue as leaders in their field of expertise. Merjent facilitates organic growth within the company and encourages employees to bring their ideas forward to grow existing and create new service lines within and beyond the currently served sectors of energy, mining, transportation, manufacturing and construction, land development industries, and government. Merjent also invests in its company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

The Merjent difference is real – it's based on a commitment to our values, which guides us in how we work with clients and each other. Our commitment to quality and professional integrity encompasses everything we do. We are proud of our reputation for delivering quality work and building long-term, trusting relationships with our clients and with regulatory agencies.

responsibilities

• Administer employee leave programs, including coordination and tracking of FMLA, state leave programs, ADA accommodations, and other protected leave requests in partnership with employees, managers, payroll, and benefits providers.
• Support Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and EEO-1 reporting activities, including workforce data audits, preparation, and annual submissions.
• Maintain, audit, and organize employee records, documentation, and HR databases to ensure data accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and company requirements.
• Support benefits administration processes, including benefits billing coordination, eligibility tracking, and employee support related to benefit programs and leave administration.
• Conduct periodic audits related to employee records, leave balances, benefits administration, and HR compliance documentation.
• Prepare and support proposals, audit and annual census data requests, compliance reporting, and internal workforce analytics.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent and efficient HR operational processes and regulatory compliance.
• Support development and maintenance of HR policies, procedures, and employee communications related to compliance and benefits programs.

qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of direct experience with benefits administration, leave management, or HR compliance.
• Experience administering employee leave programs such as FMLA, ADA accommodations, and multi-state leave requirements are strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting EEOC/EEO-1 reporting, Workforce Certificates, HR compliance programs, or HR systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, benefits administration, and workforce management systems preferred.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite are preferred, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

E-Verify

Merjent, Inc. participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to merjent.applicantpro.com.

Merjent, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

Merjent is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.

Salary : $70,100 - $79,400