Date Posted: 01/14/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 495633
Industry: Government/Staffing
Job Title: Benefits Specialist
Job Location: Kingston, RI, USA, 02881
Work Model: Onsite
Shift: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (35 hours/week)
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 4
Min Hourly Rate($): 25.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 25.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Data Entry, Employee Relations, Google Suite, HCM, HRIS, Human Resources
Experience Desired: Progressive experience in employee benefits administration (3 yrs); Demonstrated experience with retirement plan coordination and employee consultation (3 yrs); Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and HRIS systems (3 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
Required Education:
• Bachelor’s degree
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:
• Minimum of three years of progressive experience in employee benefits administration
• Demonstrated experience with retirement plan coordination and employee consultation
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and HRIS systems
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications:
• Concentrated experience in retirement plan management
• CEBS certification or completed coursework
• Experience using Workday or similar HCM platforms
Benefits Specialist Summary:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and service-oriented Benefits Specialist to manage and administer retirement and benefits programs within a higher education environment. This role provides expert guidance to employees and retirees while ensuring compliance, accuracy, and effective coordination with internal and external partners.
Benefits Specialist Job Responsibilities:
• Administer and manage retirement programs, including 403(b), 457(b), and state retirement systems
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and retirees regarding retirement benefits, options, and eligibility
• Provide one-on-one retirement counseling and guidance throughout the retirement process
• Develop and deliver benefits communications, workshops, and informational sessions
• Manage relationships with plan vendors, providers, and state agencies
• Oversee billing, reconciliation, COBRA processes, and supporting databases for retirement-related plans
• Process enrollments, changes, withdrawals, loans, and retirement actions in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements
• Prepare regular and customized reports related to plan activity and participation
• Coordinate open enrollment activities and support wellness initiatives
• Maintain accurate program files, records, and documentation
• Collaborate with payroll, finance, HR, and external entities to ensure seamless benefits administration
• Serve as backup support to other HR functional areas as needed - **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
For information and details on employment benefits offered with this position, please visit here. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact our HR Department via our secure website.
California Pay Equity:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.
If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department.
Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).
It was great working for Rose International. Everyone was extremely helpful.
Rosann, Consultant
It is a great pleasure being a part of the Rose International Team.
Toni, Consultant
My on-boarding with Rose was outstanding. The packets of information, the process, and great attention to detail each person gave me allowed me to get started quickly.I appreciated each person's friendly and helpful attitude.
Diana, Consultant
Rose International maintained good communication during assignments and are very informative through email and phone calls.
Sade, Consultant
I had a very positive experience working for Rose. The entire process is very efficient and easy.
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