Benefits Coordinator

Pyramid Healthcare

. Coordinate new-hire benefit enrollment, qualifying life-event changes, and benefit terminations .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeAltoona • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in benefits administration, including knowledge of employee benefit programs and compliance with regulations such as HIPAA, COBRA, and ERISA. Proficient in managing employee inquiries, maintaining accurate records, and supporting open enrollment processes while ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy.

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Benefits AdministrationHRIS ManagementMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyEmployee CommunicationRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Benefits AdministrationData AnalysisRecord MaintenanceOpen Enrollment SupportInvoice ReconciliationReportingProblem SolvingProcess ImprovementEligibility ReviewConfidentiality Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsService OrientationJudgment

Tools & Technologies

HR SystemsPayroll SystemsBenefits Administration SystemsCarrier SystemsMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

HIPAACOBRAERISAACASection 125 Plans

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate new-hire benefit enrollment, qualifying life-event changes, and benefit terminations
Respond to employee questions about eligibility, coverage, enrollment, deductions, claims navigation, and benefit resources
Escalate complex benefits matters appropriately
Maintain accurate employee benefit records across HRIS, benefits administration, payroll, and carrier systems
Review enrollment and eligibility data, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate corrections
Support annual open enrollment, including system configuration, employee communications, educational materials, tracking, and audits
Assist with carrier invoice and eligibility-file reconciliation and resolve variances
Assist with administration of medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending, health savings, retirement, wellness, and other benefit programs
Provide administrative support for leave-related benefit continuation, premium collection, and return-to-work updates
Assist with required notices, reporting, audits, and record retention related to benefit laws and plan requirements
Prepare routine benefits reports and monitor service trends
Coordinate with brokers, consultants, third-party administrators, and benefit carriers
Protect confidential employee and health information and follow privacy, security, and records-management requirements
Support benefits communications, employee education sessions, and other HR initiatives
Complete required trainings and perform other duties as assigned
No supervisory responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Two (2) years of experience in benefits administration, human resources, payroll, or a related administrative role preferred
Working knowledge of employee benefit programs and applicable requirements, including HIPAA, COBRA, ERISA, ACA, and Section 125 plans, preferred
Experience using HR, payroll, benefits administration, or carrier systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word
Ability to analyze detailed information, maintain accurate records, manage competing deadlines, and follow issues through resolution
Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and commitment to confidentiality and service
Strong employee-service orientation and ability to communicate benefits information clearly and respectfully
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and confidentiality
Strong organizational and follow-through skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Sound judgment and problem-solving skills
Ability to collaborate with employees, HR partners, vendors, and carriers
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support continuous process improvement
Ability to effectively use HR, benefits, payroll, carrier, and Microsoft Office systems
Completion of all required trainings designated by the company and accreditation/licensing entities
Ability to occasionally travel and lift/move up to 25 pounds