Benefits Specialist
TEKsystems, San Diego, CA, United States
Description
Partner in the evaluation, design, and development of competitive benefit programs that attract, retain, and reward employees.
Use quantitative and qualitative analysis to identify issues, develop hypotheses, and recommend improvements to benefit and LOA programs and processes.
Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries, collaborating with insurance brokers and vendors to resolve coverage issues.
Analyze current processes and workflows to identify opportunities to streamline and improve operational efficiency.
Create clear and comprehensive user and administrator guides for benefit and LOA programs.
Support the planning, communication, rollout, and completion of annual benefits open enrollment.
Develop and deliver training sessions on benefit and LOA programs for employees and managers.
Ensure accuracy and integrity of benefit and LOA data within HR systems.
Conduct regular audits of benefit programs and policies to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Partner with the HR technology team to test, validate, and implement system changes.
Build ad‑hoc reports using HRIS and other data sources to support decision‑making.
Review and audit monthly benefit invoices for accuracy.
Maintain consistent communication with employees on LOA, including outreach, drafting and mailing letters, and coordinating return‑to‑work processes.
Research, respond to, and document frequently asked LOA questions and inquiries.
Provide guidance to managers and employees regarding LOA policies, workplace accommodations, and related procedures.
Skills
Benefits administration
HRIS
Employee relations
LOA
Top Skills Details
Benefits administration
HRIS
Employee relations
LOA
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Hybrid: 3 day onsite
English proficiency; Years of experience strongly considered; Bachelor’s degree not required.
Spanish Bilingual Required
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Ysidro, CA.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in San Ysidro, CA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Partner in the evaluation, design, and development of competitive benefit programs that attract, retain, and reward employees.
Use quantitative and qualitative analysis to identify issues, develop hypotheses, and recommend improvements to benefit and LOA programs and processes.
Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries, collaborating with insurance brokers and vendors to resolve coverage issues.
Analyze current processes and workflows to identify opportunities to streamline and improve operational efficiency.
Create clear and comprehensive user and administrator guides for benefit and LOA programs.
Support the planning, communication, rollout, and completion of annual benefits open enrollment.
Develop and deliver training sessions on benefit and LOA programs for employees and managers.
Ensure accuracy and integrity of benefit and LOA data within HR systems.
Conduct regular audits of benefit programs and policies to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Partner with the HR technology team to test, validate, and implement system changes.
Build ad‑hoc reports using HRIS and other data sources to support decision‑making.
Review and audit monthly benefit invoices for accuracy.
Maintain consistent communication with employees on LOA, including outreach, drafting and mailing letters, and coordinating return‑to‑work processes.
Research, respond to, and document frequently asked LOA questions and inquiries.
Provide guidance to managers and employees regarding LOA policies, workplace accommodations, and related procedures.
Skills
Benefits administration
HRIS
Employee relations
LOA
Top Skills Details
Benefits administration
HRIS
Employee relations
LOA
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Hybrid: 3 day onsite
English proficiency; Years of experience strongly considered; Bachelor’s degree not required.
Spanish Bilingual Required
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Ysidro, CA.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in San Ysidro, CA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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