Benefits Specialist

The LaSalle Network

Chicago, IL · Posted October 2, 2026

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Our client, a private, Christian university, is seeking a Benefits Specialis t to join its Human Resources team. Founded in 1891 and affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church, the university is committed to providing a values-driven educational environment grounded in its Christian mission.

Supporting approximately 350 full-time employees, the Benefits Specialist will serve as the primary point of contact for benefits administration and will work closely with the Senior Director of Human Resources, HR Business Partners, and HR Coordinator.

This is a hands-on role responsible for the day-to-day administration of employee benefits, retirement programs, leaves of absence, benefits compliance, and vendor relationships. The ideal candidate brings previous higher education experience, working knowledge of Ellucian Colleague, and a strong service-oriented approach to supporting employees.

Key Responsibilities:

Administer the university's employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, dependent care accounts, health savings accounts, parking, and transit benefits.

Process employee benefit enrollments, changes, and qualifying life events within the benefits platform and Ellucian Colleague.

Serve as a primary resource for employees regarding benefit eligibility, coverage, enrollment, and general benefits questions.

Coordinate and execute the annual Open Enrollment process, including system updates, employee communications, enrollment changes, and follow-up.

Maintain accurate and confidential employee benefit records and documentation.

Assist with annual benefit renewals and other benefits-related initiatives and projects.

Support administration of the university's 403(b) retirement plan, including employee participation and ongoing plan activities.

Administer applicable retiree benefit programs.

Participate in retirement plan audits and assist with documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements.

Respond to employee questions regarding retirement benefits and coordinate with appropriate vendors and plan partners.

Administer employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, short-term disability, long-term disability, pregnancy-related leaves, and other applicable leave programs.

Coordinate benefits and payroll-related activities associated with employee leaves.

Serve as a liaison between employees, benefit carriers, brokers, and other third-party vendors.

Review and reconcile monthly benefit invoices to ensure accuracy.

Support compliance with applicable benefits and leave regulations, including ACA, FMLA, COBRA, and HIPAA.

Prepare and review Forms 1095-C and assist with annual ACA reporting requirements.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Benefits Administration, or a related field.

Minimum of 1–2 years of professional experience in benefits administration, leave administration, payroll, Human Resources, or a closely related function.

Working knowledge and hands-on experience with Ellucian Colleague is required.

Previous experience working within a higher education environment.

Experience or exposure to 403(b) retirement plan administration.

Knowledge of employee benefit and leave regulations, including ACA reporting, FMLA, COBRA, and HIPAA.

Experience supporting or coordinating annual Open Enrollment.

Experience reviewing and reconciling benefit vendor invoices and payroll deductions.

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and manage multiple deadlines.

Ability to collaborate effectively with HR colleagues, employees, vendors, brokers, and other university stakeholders.

Commitment to supporting and advancing the university's Christian mission, values, and faith identity.

Job Details:

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Work Model: Hybrid

Compensation: $70,000-72,000 annually

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, visiion

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in learning more, apply today!

Rachel Holmes

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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

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