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Compensation & Benefits Coordinator

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Position Number: 6383148
Location: Grayslake, IL
Position Type: Business - Human Resources

Compensation & Benefits Coordinator
College of Lake County

Full Time
REQ-00000457

Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?

The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year. Some benefits will not be available for part-time or part-time under 20 hours employees (ex: health insurance).

Position Title:

Compensation & Benefits Coordinator

Department:

Compensation & Benefits Division

Position Type:

Staff

Job Family:

Specialist

Job Summary:

The Compensation & Benefits Coordinator reports to the Compensation & Benefits Manager. The individual in this position assists in the development and implementation of compensation and benefit plans that support the College's ability to attract, reward, and retain staff. Exercises independent judgment based on an in-depth knowledge of College policies and procedures, Union contracts, and State/Federal Laws including but not limited to: FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Workers' Compensation, HIPAA and Title VII. Requires interactions with benefits broker and carriers, the medical community, legal counsel and other internal departments. This individual also directly responds to employee, management and HR inquiries, providing customer service that builds commitment and integrity focused on improvement of the internal customer experience.

Posting Date:

07/14/2025

Expected Start Date:

09/02/2025

Compensation Grade:

B32

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full time

Location:

Grayslake Campus

Total Hours Per Week:

Job Description:

Project and Process Management 40%

1) Prepares and processes benefit information for new hires and terminated or retired employees, which may include, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, COBRA and retirement programs.

2) Processes insurance invoices and performs periodic audits.

3) Collects data and coordinates salary and benefits survey submissions. Provides input and feedback that enhances the delivery of existing benefits programs including research on best practices.

4) Assists with new hire enrollment into the State University Retirement system (SURS) and assist with processing requests for retirement, prior service, and separation refunds.

5) Manages and processes payments to retirees for medical reimbursements.

6) Coordinates educational benefits including tuition waiver, tuition reimbursement and career development programs.

7) Coordinates and processes all full-time faculty salary changes based on educational milestones outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

8) Provides support and backup for other benefits-related administration. Leads and/or assists with special projects as requested such as Open Enrollment, Flu Shots, audits, etc.

Student & Customer Service 30%

1) Answers questions and supports employees enrolling in or changing benefit plans through in-person and virtual meetings, by phone or written communication.

2) Provides detailed information, guidance and support to employees on standard benefit issues involving the interpretation and application of benefit policies, guidelines, and procedures.

3) Establishes and maintains accurate electronic personnel records for pay and benefits documents, actions and related records.

4) Assists with Human Resources office reception as needed.

Technology Support 20%

1) Serves as HR Benefits Partner in Workday. Responds to employee inquiries and troubleshoots issues related to compensation and benefit requests. Provides accurate and timely oversight of data integration files sent to vendor systems. Works with HR Business Analyst on testing and other process improvements.

Other 10%

1) Participates on strategic and/or functional cross-departmental teams, committees and councils in collaboration with the Compensation and Benefits Manager.

2) Participates in professional associations/organizations and educational activities that enhance Human Resources competencies, knowledge, business and interpersonal skills. Remain knowledgeable of current state and federal laws, regulations, and trends in the field of Human Resources.

3) Performs any and all other duties assigned that support the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of College of Lake County and goals of the human resources department.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Management or related field and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in benefits or leave administration including Family and Medical leave/disability management; OR Associates Degree and a minimum of four (4) or more years of progressively responsible experience in HR benefits or leave administration to include Family and Medical Leave/disability leave management.

2. Applied knowledge of various federal and state leave regulations including FMLA, WC, USERRA and ADA.

3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Requires the ability to provide excellent customer service with demonstrated compassion and kindness.

4. Demonstrated ability to prioritize while handling multiple tasks, ability to exercise judgment, handle confidential information and function with minimal supervision.

5. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with Intermediate/Advanced Excel/spreadsheet skills. Solid Internet research skills.

6. Proficiency using an HRIS system in benefits and leave administration, preferably experience using Workday.

7. Demonstrated excellent quantitative and analytical skills, organizational abilities, and attention to detail.

8. Reflect a positive and professional demeanor.

Proven ability to work effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, language

groups, and abilities; demonstrate sensitivity to and ability to work with the diverse academic,

socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff,

including those with disabilities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Desired Qualification

1. Applied knowledge of various federal and state regulations related to benefits such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA).

2. PHR and/or SHRM-CP

3. Higher education experience ideally in a community college setting

4. Bilingual Spanish

5. Benefits Administration in a unionized work environment

Salary: $ 52,878

Work Schedule: Exempt position with core hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Hours may vary depending on the needs of the college.

EEO Statement

College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

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