Job Description

Description
HR Specialist- Benefits
Location: Lafayette, LA
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday
Compensation: $55,000–$68,000 annually (based on experience)
Join a well-established, locally owned company with over 75 years of success and national recognition as a Top 100 Furniture Retailer. We’re looking for a skilled HR Specialist- Benefits to play a central role in supporting our people through exceptional HR operations, with a focus on benefits administration, leave coordination, onboarding, and compliance.
What You’ll Do
Administer health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement benefits, including 401(k) and ESOP
Lead open enrollment, benefit renewals, and employee communications around benefits
Coordinate leaves of absence (FMLA, non-FMLA), and assist with COBRA administration
Partner with payroll, risk management, and store/department managers on HR operations
Maintain and update the employee handbook and HR policy documents
Coordinate onboarding processes at the Distribution Center
Provide timely support for employee inquiries with a focus on service, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Handle HR inquiries with professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality
Requirements
What You Bring:
2+ years of experience in HR benefits administration
Bachelor's Degree in HR or related field preferred
Strong understanding of qualified retirement plans and insurance benefits
Familiarity and experience with employment laws (FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, etc.)
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and general HR systems
An ability and eagerness to learn new technologies quickly
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Clear and professional communication style, especially when educating employees on complex policies.
Ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Bereavement & Jury Duty
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance Options
401(k) with Company Match + Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Employee Merchandise Purchase Program
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Make a daily impact on the employee experience
Stable company with over 75 years of local ownership and growth
As an HR Specialist- Benefits, you'll make an impact where it matters most—helping people feel informed, supported, and valued. Apply today to join our HR team!

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Local area, Monday to Friday,

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