Part Time Human Resources Benefits Specialist

Part-Time Human Resources Benefits Specialist

Location: Carlsbad, CA (Onsite)

Schedule: Part-Time | Flexible Hours | 20-30 Hours per Week

Pay: $30.00-$35.00/hour

Length: Contract Assignment (6-8 Months) with potential extension based on business needs and performance

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and employee-focused Human Resources Benefits Specialist to join their team on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys supporting employees, administering benefits programs, and contributing to a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate will have experience managing benefits administration, partnering with brokers and leave administrators, answering employee questions, and supporting a variety of HR initiatives. This role is fully onsite in Carlsbad and offers a flexible schedule of 20-30 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and ongoing maintenance
• Support annual open enrollment processes and communicate benefit updates to employees
• Partner with benefits brokers and vendors to ensure smooth administration of benefit plans
• Serve as a resource for employee questions regarding benefits, leaves, and HR-related inquiries
• Review benefit invoices and billing calculations to ensure accuracy
• Maintain and update employee benefit records within HR systems
• Assist with Leave of Absence administration and coordinate with third-party leave administrators
• Support workers' compensation processes as needed
• Assist with employee wellness initiatives, recognition programs, and company events
• Help foster a positive employee experience and workplace culture
• Provide general HR support and assist with various employee-related programs and projects
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations related to benefits administration

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Human Resources or Benefits Administration experience
• Strong communication and employee-facing customer service skills
• Experience with UKG or similar HRIS preferred
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable working independently and managing priorities with minimal supervision
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Ability to quickly learn new systems, processes, and procedures
• Confident, approachable, and service-oriented personality

Ideal Candidate

• Employee-focused HR professional who enjoys helping others
• Strong multitasker who can balance benefits administration with broader HR support
• Detail-oriented and process-driven, while maintaining a high level of customer service
• Comfortable working independently in a professional office environment
• Proactive and resourceful problem solver
• Passionate about creating a positive employee experience and workplace culture

If you meet the qualifications and are looking for a flexible, part-time HR opportunity where you can make an immediate impact, we encourage you to apply today!

Pay Details: $30.00 to $35.00 per hour

Search managed by: Alicia Fritzal

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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