HR Generalist - Benefits Administration and Leave Administration
Department: Human Resources
Minimum Requirements:
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE
SKILLS
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Preferred: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
EXPERIENCE
- Required: Minimum of 2–3 years of HR experience with a focus on benefits administration, compliance, or credentialing.
- Preferred: Experience in a healthcare or hospital environment preferred; Payroll processing or payroll backup experience preferred.
SKILLS
- Strong knowledge of employee benefits, leave administration and employment laws including ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, FMLA, ADA and FLSA
- Ability to interpret policies, plan documents and regulatory requirements accurately and consistently
- Excellent analytical, organizational and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to communicate complex, or sensitive, information clearly and professionally
- Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, benefits, and leave management systems
- High level of discretion with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Strong time-management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Professional judgement and a service-oriented approach when supporting employees and leaders
Job Duties:
At Fairfield Memorial Hospital, we seek highly skilled and compassionate individuals who share our mission to positively influence the health of those we serve. Our team is dedicated to delivering the best possible patient experience, and we are equally committed to creating a work environment where employees can thrive. FMH supports professional growth, values collaboration, and provides opportunities for team members to do their best work in service to our community.
NATURE OF WORK
The HR Generalist – Benefits Administration & Leave Administration supports Fairfield Memorial Hospital by administering employee benefits, overseeing credentialing compliance, and providing guidance on HR lifecycle processes. This role serves as a key resource to employees and leaders, ensures regulatory and accreditation compliance, maintains audit‑ready documentation, and partners with leadership and vendors to support open enrollment, benefits administration, and workforce readiness. The position also serves as payroll backup to ensure operational continuity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
BENEFITS
WHAT FMH HAS TO OFFER:
Fairfield Memorial Hospital provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being and long‑term success of our team members. Our offerings include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans with company match, as well as referral bonuses and additional employee benefits that reflect our commitment to a supportive and rewarding workplace.
FMH is a drug‑free workplace. All candidates must successfully complete a pre‑employment drug screening as a condition of hire. We believe our people are our greatest strength and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
NATURE OF WORK
The HR Generalist – Benefits Administration & Leave Administration supports Fairfield Memorial Hospital by administering employee benefits, overseeing credentialing compliance, and providing guidance on HR lifecycle processes. This role serves as a key resource to employees and leaders, ensures regulatory and accreditation compliance, maintains audit‑ready documentation, and partners with leadership and vendors to support open enrollment, benefits administration, and workforce readiness. The position also serves as payroll backup to ensure operational continuity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administer employee benefit programs, including eligibility determinations, enrollments, and qualifying life events
- Serve as primary liaison with benefit carriers and vendors to resolve issues and ensure accurate coverage
- Coordinate and support annual open enrollment activities, benefits communication, and employee education
- Administer employee leave programs, including FMLA, state-mandated leaves, ADA-related leaves, workers' compensation coordination and hospital leave policies
- Determine leave eligibility, track leave usage, manage documentation and ensure timely return-to-work coordination
- Advise employees and managers on leave policies, timelines and compliance requirements
- Support retirement plan administration and respond to employee inquiries
- Manage employee change events, including benefit terminations, COBRA processes and status changes
- Prepare documentation for audits and regulatory reviews related to benefits, leave and payroll
- Serve as payroll processing backup and assist with payroll audits and data validation
- Provide responsive, professional and confidential support to employees regarding benefits and leave matters
BENEFITS
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- 457 Retirement Plan
- PPO Health Insurance Plan
- HDHP Health Insurance Plan w/ Health Savings Account
- Dental Insurance Plan
- Vision Insurance Plan
- Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
- Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick/Illinois Paid Leave/Holiday)
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Professional Development Opportunities
WHAT FMH HAS TO OFFER:
Fairfield Memorial Hospital provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being and long‑term success of our team members. Our offerings include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans with company match, as well as referral bonuses and additional employee benefits that reflect our commitment to a supportive and rewarding workplace.
FMH is a drug‑free workplace. All candidates must successfully complete a pre‑employment drug screening as a condition of hire. We believe our people are our greatest strength and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Job Type:
Full Time
Hours:
40 Hours/week, In-Person or Hybrid
Pay Scale:
$47,840 – $79,040 annually
Date Posted:
5/4/2026