Overview Why Join Armor Healthcare? At Armor Healthcare, we deliver compassionate, high-quality healthcare to underserved populations in correctional facilities across the country. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking team members who bring professionalism, initiative, and a solutions-oriented mindset to support both our mission and our people. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career within a fast-paced, mission-driven organization. We’re currently offering an exciting REMOTE opportunity for a Benefits Specialist (with Payroll Support) to join our team, headquartered in Miami, Florida. At Armor Health, we believe great outcomes start with great people. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your personal and professional well-being. Our offerings include: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Short Term Disability and Life coverage 401(k) retirement plan Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Responsibilities Benefits Administration Serve as the primary contact for employee benefits inquiries, providing guidance across medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, FSA/HSA, and related programs. Partner with the benefits broker to administer plans, manage renewals, support open enrollment, and ensure compliance with ACA, COBRA, and other relevant regulations. Orient new hires and active employees to available benefits and support offboarding benefits processes. Maintain accurate and up-to-date benefits records in Paylocity and associated benefits platforms. Support preparation and delivery of benefit reports for internal stakeholders, including Finance. Employee Support Respond promptly and professionally to employee inquiries and concerns related to benefits. Serve as a liaison between employees and carriers/vendors to resolve complex issues. Ensure clear, consistent, and compassionate communication regarding benefit offerings and changes. Payroll Support Assist with various payroll-related functions, including auditing benefits data, verifying benefit-related entries in payroll, and helping ensure accuracy of deductions and classifications. Reconcile benefits data across systems and participate in audits and data reviews beyond deductions alone. Compliance & Data Integrity Ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of employee data and records. Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflows and reduce risk. Collaboration & Flexibility Work independently while maintaining strong communication with the Director of Payroll and Benefits. Collaborate as a team player to support shared goals and take initiative where gaps exist. Assist with additional duties and special projects as needed. Qualifications Experience: 3–5 years of direct experience in benefits administration, preferably in a growing, multi-state organization. Skills & Competencies: Solid understanding of employee benefit programs and applicable regulations (ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA). High attention to detail with strong organization and time management skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly communicate complex information to employees. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while being accountable for results. Proven ability to thrive in an unstructured environment and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Proficiency with HRIS platforms, particularly Paylocity, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).