Benefits Assistant

Responsibilities

• Process and track benefit premium invoices, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Assist with benefit enrollments and deduction setup in the Banner Payroll system and provider websites.
• Coordinate wellness events, programs, and open enrollment activities.
• Develop benefits and wellness communications, such as newsletters and other assigned projects.
• Support the administration of tuition benefit programs, including Tuition Remission and Tuition Exchange.
• Respond to employee benefit inquiries via email and in person.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of general office or administrative support experience in a confidential setting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage benefits-related data in an ERP or Benefit Administration System.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, high-accountability environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to justice, equity, inclusion, and diversity.

About the Company

Occidental College is a private liberal arts college located in Los Angeles, California, dedicated to providing a transformative educational experience through a commitment to academic excellence and social responsibility.