HR Service Center Representative in Minneapolis, MN

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HR Service Center Representative
Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid)
Temporary
$21-24/hr
*Position is largely hybrid (2 onsite days per month)
*Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
Kelly is seeking an HR Service Center Representative to work with our client in the higher education industry on a temporary basis, starting ASAP and through the end of 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a team that is responsible for providing exceptional HR support to current and former employees, with a focus on benefits, payroll, retirement, and other employee service programs.
The HR Service Center Representative will:

Provide client support via telephone, email, and in person
Provide consultation and assistance to current and former employees with payroll, recruiting solutions, retirement, health, welfare benefits, and other areas defined by leadership
Answer questions regarding eligibility, coverage options, enrollment, and plan provisions
Work with appropriate employee benefits division and/or vendors to resolve problems
Maintain current knowledge of mandatory and voluntary retirement programs, as well as investment options and catch-up provisions
Calculate and educate participants on contribution limits to 403(b) and 457 voluntary retirement programs
Assist employees with transitions to Medicare health plan options, life event/status changes, severance programs and policies, and direct billing process for employees on leaves of absence
Utilize a Customer Relationship Management tool for case management
Utilize knowledge documentation to answer questions consistently and quickly
Provide guidance and consultation to departments and outside agencies on matters relating to benefit programs, HR processes, data and systems
Recommend and implement process improvement opportunities
Discuss benefit policies and guidelines with department personnel to ensure correct benefit enrollment, eligibility, and deductions
Serve on committees and work groups, manage special projects, and perform other duties as assigned
Provide support for New Employee Welcome and present enrollment workshops on a rotating basis
Provide support and Employee Benefits Health Fairs during Open Enrollment period
Maintain current knowledge of State and Federal tax and employee benefit laws and regulations that apply to benefit programs
Conduct research on HR cases and update knowledge base as needed

Qualifications:

BA/BS in Human Resources/Benefits, Health, Retirement, Counseling, or a related field; or a combination of education and relevant professional experience to total at least 4 years
Experience using Microsoft tools like Word and Excel, Google documents, and HRMS systems
Strong commitment to and experience in providing professional customer service to clients
Excellent communication skills, written and oral
Preference given to candidates with experience providing customer service in a call center environment
Demonstrated knowledge of health and welfare benefit plans and Open Enrollment elections
Experience resolving complex health claims or benefit issues desired
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software
Knowledgeable on the following HR topics: payroll administration, employment verification, I-9 compliance, applicant process, paycheck deductions, direct deposit, timecard entry, employee classes, and absence management processes, etc.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Experience with or ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds and cultures
Knowledge of HIPAA compliance

Interviews are happening now! If you are interested and qualified, please apply to this posting ASAP or directly send your resume to SARP028@kellyservices.com.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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