Human Resources (HR) Generalist
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Benefits Specialist to join our Human Resources team in Columbia, MD. This entry-level position is ideal for a recent college graduate interested in building a career in Human Resources and employee benefits.
The Benefits Specialist will assist employees with benefits questions, enrollment, documentation, and day-to-day benefits administration while providing professional and timely customer service.
Responsibilities
- Assist employees with questions regarding medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other benefit programs.
- Process new-hire benefits enrollment and employee benefit changes.
- Support annual open enrollment activities.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee benefits records.
- Assist with qualifying life event and benefit eligibility changes.
- Communicate benefits information to employees by phone, email, and in person.
- Work with insurance carriers and benefits vendors to resolve employee issues.
- Prepare basic reports and maintain benefits documentation.
- Support the HR team with administrative projects and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field preferred.
- Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.
- 0–2 years of professional experience; internship, administrative, customer service, or HR experience is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
- Ability to learn HR and benefits software systems
Compensation
$65,000.00-$75,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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