Posting number: 2026-06153
Department: Employment Security Department
Division: Human Resources
Job classification: HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTANT 2
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Human Resources, Customer Service, Office and Administrative Support, Database Administration, Payroll/Benefits Administration
This position is mainly virtual but requires the flexibility of the incumbent to come into the office in Olympia infrequently or as business needs arise.
The ideal candidate for the Benefits Administrator (HRC2) position is a detail-oriented, Human Resources professional with deep expertise in employee benefits administration and compliance.
This position will join our Payroll Team. The candidate will bring a strong foundation in benefits administration, compliance, human resource policies, enabling them to provide expert guidance and counsel to managers, supervisors, and employees. With a commitment to equity, integrity, and confidentiality, they administer health benefit actions and shared leave donations for eligible employees in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
This candidate excels in managing benefits transactions and data within systems such as HRMS and Benefits 24/7. They are proactive, adaptable, and collaborative and should be comfortable in providing training and consultation on HR programs, benefits eligibility, and compliance processes.
As the Benefits Administrator, you will serve as the agency’s designated Subject Matter Expert (SME) for health including medical, dental, life, Long Term Disability (LTD), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP).
Some of your daily tasks include but not limited to:
Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:
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Why work with us?
Our agency's mission and valuesdrive every decision that we make, determine how we interact with others, and are at the core of who we are. We value Access, Love, Belonging, Equity, and Stewardship. We understand that a work environment that respects your work/life balance is key; that's why many of our positions are eligible for flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities. Through support, value, and trust, our employees are empowered to grow and develop into their best self.
Opportunity for All
We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people over 40 years of age, people with religious beliefs, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
If you are a person needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or if you have general questions about this opportunity, please contactLydia White or at 360-819-6996 or theTalent Acquisition Team, prior to the position closing. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please contact careershelp@des.wa.gov or (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960, Washington Relay 711.
This recruitment may be used to fill additional agency-wide positions in accordance with Article 4 of the WFSE Collective Bargaining Agreement.
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and settlements. Framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west, the area is a picturesque place to work, play and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition frame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area. Today, more than 440,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government is one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of challenging positions for about 1,570 people. You can learn about current job openings, the application process, job descriptions, pay schedule and employee benefits on the Clark County Human Resources website at https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources.
The mission of Clark County government is to enhance the quality of life in our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability.
