Now Brewing – benefits specialist sr, Starbucks College Achievement Plan (Hybrid-US/ Seattle, WA)! #tobeapartner 

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

As a benefits specialist sr for the Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP), you will join an innovative and unique team that is relentless in their pursuit of helping partners unlock life-changing opportunity. The work you lead focuses on managing and expanding our education offerings, addressing partner questions and feedback, effectively communicating program details and educating others about our benefits, managing projects and events that directly impact partners in the SCAP program and elevating challenges and successes with the goal of continuous improvement.

As a benefits specialist sr, you will…

Develop and manage processes, communications and tools to administer the SCAP benefit program. Including analyzing and making recommendations for development, improvement or simplification that support Starbucks culture, business needs, and budgetary goals. Enhance partner service, provide care and support directly to partners, ensuring they have access to, and understand, the benefit and eligibility criteria. Troubleshoot and problem-solve complex and escalated benefit situations. Serve as project lead for SCAP benefit projects, including events, upgrades and changes, and communications to internal and external partners. Develop, execute, and enhance project plans and program administration, drive assigned projects, create custom reports, and analyze trends to deliver an outstanding scholar and graduation experience. Create, review, and administer effective communications about the program. Ensure benefits processes and procedures are documented and adhered to. Represent the SCAP benefit program, building strong working relationships with a cross-functional group of Starbucks partners, Arizona State University employees and third party vendors in support of the benefit. Be a program advocate and support the understanding of program performance through data analysis and visualization, report creation, and insights development.

We’d love to hear from people with:

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to balance multiple priorities and projects, meet deadlines and identify potential risks. Analytical, creative problem-solving, and organizational skills. Experience working cross-functionally to build relationships and deliver on goals. Proactive, detail oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Proficient in Microsoft office suite; advanced Microsoft Excel and Smartsheet knowledge preferred. 1+ years of project experience.

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools.  Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities.  You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement.   Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

*If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above.  For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity.  At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

If you live in the greater Seattle area, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com.