HRIS & Benefits Specialist

The HRIS & Benefits Specialist supports the Human Resources department by administering benefit programs and maintaining the HR information system to ensure data integrity, regulatory compliance, and a positive team member experience. This position serves as a key liaison between team members and benefit vendors, and provides guidance and support on benefit eligibility, enrollment, and claims. In addition, the specialist is responsible for optimizing HRIS functionality, generating workforce reports, and collaborating with HR leadership to support initiatives that improve service delivery and operational efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Benefits Administration

• Maintain accurate records of team member benefits including medical, vision, dental, and 401(k), ensuring timely enrollments, terminations, and life event processing.
• Coordinate with insurance carriers and third-party vendors to resolve benefit-related issues and discrepancies.
• Submit monthly insurance billings, verify accuracy, and coordinate with Accounts Payable for timely processing.
• Compile and balance bi-weekly payroll deductions for team member benefit premiums; ensure deductions align with enrollment records.
• Administer benefit orientations and monthly team member benefit meetings to support benefit education and utilization.
• Provide support during open enrollment, including scheduling sessions, system updates, and compliance tracking.
• Manage Workers’ Compensation and FMLA cases, ensuring accurate documentation, follow-up, communication with providers, and payroll coordination.
• Assist with ACA tracking, reporting, and audit preparation.
• Plan and coordinate the annual Benefits Fair, including vendor participation and communication with team members.
• Collaborate with departments and external vendors to organize and deliver benefits training sessions.
• Provide educational support on Workers’ Compensation processes, including reporting protocols and return-to-work procedures.

HRIS System Support

• Oversee the administration, configuration, and maintenance of the HRIS platform, ensuring data integrity, system usability, and alignment with business needs.
• Troubleshoot system issues, manage user access and permissions, and coordinate with the HRIS vendor on escalated support items.
• Conduct HRIS audits to ensure compliance with organizational standards and data protection regulations.
• Generate standard and ad-hoc reports related to headcount, turnover, benefits participation, and other key HR metrics.
• Support implementation of new HR modules and enhancements, including system testing, training, and documentation.
• Collaborate with departments to deliver HRIS training tailored to operational needs.
• Remain current on new Paylocity features and modules to effectively assist, support, and train end users.

General HR Support

• Maintain and update team member records, including personal data, job changes, performance reviews, and separation documentation.
• Assist with the implementation of digital records and support the transition to paperless HR processes.
• Create and maintain internal forms, templates, and process documentation to support HR operations.
• Collaborate with HR leadership on process improvement initiatives and special projects related to employee engagement, recognition, and compliance.
• Participate in HR and organizational committees and assist with coordinating training and recognition events.
• Serve as a resource for team members and managers regarding benefit questions, HRIS navigation, and general policy guidance.

ESSENTIAL BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Accountable to team members and the organization, for example, attends all meetings and trainings.
• Display sensitivity to Native American Culture and actively seek to learn more about the Squaxin Island Tribe.
• Operate within the parameters of the Little Creek Casino Resort Human Resources’ policies, departmental policies, and all other applicable regulations.
• Practice, support, and maintain the mission, vision, and values of Little Creek Casino Resort (LCCR).
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned to support the success of LCCR.
• Learn and implement LLCR’s “7 Waterways” of best guest practices.
• Build upon and diligently practice personal emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, self-management, self-regulation, social awareness, and relationship management.
• Demonstrate emotional intelligence in your explicit behaviors in your interpersonal work relationships with all team members, managers and supervisors, and our guests.
• Uphold LCCR values of focusing on engagement, strengths, and emotional intelligence.

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

We foster a team-oriented environment at LCCR and depend on the HRIS & Benefits Specialist to represent our enterprise in a courteous and professional manner with special attention to detail and thoroughness.

• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established rules.
• Attention to Detail and Thoroughness: Diligently attends to details and pursues quality in accomplishing all aspects involved in accomplishing a task, no matter how minute. Precisely follows procedures to ensure each element of a task is accurately completed and accurate.
• Communication: Provides timely, concise, and accurate information to others both orally and in writing. Helps others effectively communicate and ensures communication occurs between department team members and organizational departments.
• Compliance: Knowledge of procedures and accounts payable principles and practices for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects of compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
• Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, diplomacy, poise, and respect; gets along and interacts positively with coworkers and others. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations, with advanced ability to demonstrate professionalism, maintain composure, and perform well under pressure.

S.I.G.E. TRIBAL - STATE COMPACT & ACCOUNTING & INTERNAL CONTROL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for Internal Control and Compact compliance regarding Casino Operations and ensure compliance with regulations of the Tribal Gaming Commission.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience administering employee benefits programs.
• Minimum of 3 years’ hands-on experience working with HRIS platforms such as Paylocity, ADP, or Paycom.
• Gaming industry experience preferred.
• Tribal Human Resource Professional certification preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Class III gaming license issued by the Squaxin Island Gaming Commission
• THRP or SHRM certification preferred

Other

• Ability to type 60 words per minute
• Excellent interpersonal and technical support skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Why Join Us:

Explore career growth opportunities and excellent benefits. Discover more about our comprehensive benefits package and the advantages of joining our team at Little Creek Careers Page.

About Little Creek Casino Resort:

At Little Creek, we foster a culture of excellence where every team member contributes to creating exceptional guest experiences. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment, valuing all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.