The Coordinator II, Benefits - Human Resources, is a technical position responsible for assisting in the administration of a variety of benefits for current and retired employees. Responsibilities include assisting in the application of new and existing benefits in order to provide appropriate benefits; ensuring proper maintenance and accuracy of personnel records; assisting with the clarification of policies and procedures, as well as coordinating and contributing associated with the College's Employee Wellness program. The employee reports directly to and works under the general supervision of a senior staff member. Performs related work as required.
Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:
Day-to-day administration of College benefits to full-time employees and retirees Processing of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), COBRA, collective bargaining contractual leaves, as well as ADA requests, ACA support, and other State and Federally guided benefitsCoordinate benefit orientation sessions with new employeesSupports open enrollment campaigns for active employees and retireesAssists employees and retirees with the application process for new enrollments, changes in status, or the retirement transfer processAssists as liaison with various benefits providers concerning clarification of policies and proceduresCompile and review HR reports and surveysContributes to and supports the documentation process for position-related and/or compensation changes of staff to the Board of TrusteesSupports the Tuition Reimbursement process for active employeesSupports and administers employee enrollment to NYS and SUNY retirement systemsCoordinates and supports the College's Employee Wellness programAnnual salary table rolls in accordance with the collective bargaining agreementsCompletes other duties as assigned by Human Resources leadership Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and one plus years' experience or Associate's Degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of 3 years' experience in Human Resources or related business fieldAbility to establish and maintain effective professional relationshipsDemonstrated professionalism in maintaining confidentiality and managing sensitive informationAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writingStrong commitment to quality customer serviceGood analytical skills, judgment, tact, and courtesyStrong comprehension skills to apply collective bargaining agreements, past and present, as they relate to employees and retireesComputer skills, including Microsoft Office ProgramsPreferred Qualifications for Hire and Appointment:
Prior experience working in a unionized environment within the public sectorCertification in Human ResourcesFamiliarity working with electronic systems, including Human Resources Information SystemsExperience working in higher education in Human Resources or a business-related positionWorking knowledge of various medical and dental plans - past and present, as they apply to employees and retirees, including Medicare and MedicaidNon-Discrimination - https://www.monroecc.edu/diversity/notice-of-non-discrimination/
Salary: Salary is determined based on experience, internal equity, and college budget. This position has an annual range of $52,000 to $67,000 and is based on these mentioned factors.
MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit-eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting, and compressed work schedules. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based on business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.
Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short-term, temporary basis.
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Interested applicants must apply online and create an account by clicking on the APPLY NOW tab below. Returning applicants may login to their Monroe Community College Careers Account to apply for this position. See the FAQ page for guidance on using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.
Applicants MUST submit the following documents* to be considered for this position:
1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
*Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a completed credential evaluation comparing their foreign academic accomplishments to standards in the U.S
Please note: As part of the application process, all applicants will be asked to provide the contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted after interviews have occurred and only for applicants who are considered as finalists for the opportunity they applied to.
Category: Professional Staff
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Department: Diversity, Equity and Belonging
Locations: Rochester, NY
Posted: May 22, 2026
Closes: Jun 22, 2026 - 11:59 PM EDT
Type: Full Time
Salary Type: Annually
Salary Range: $52,000.00 - $67,000.00
Position ID: 200819