Benefits & Payroll Coordinator in Lubbock, Tx

Benefits & Payroll Coordinator

Compensation: $55,000-$65,000 (depending on experience & qualifications)
Employment Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Lubbock, TX

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Snelling is recruiting a Benefits & Payroll Coordinator for a valued client in the Lubbock area. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented HR professional who thrives at the intersection of payroll, benefits, and compliance. The role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee support—while also contributing to regulatory reporting, audits, and HR initiatives.

If you enjoy helping employees understand their benefits, ensuring payroll runs smoothly, and supporting a compliant and well-organized HR function, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Payroll Management – Process payroll with accuracy and timeliness; handle deductions, PTO accruals, and personnel changes in the HRIS system.
• Benefits Administration – Coordinate health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plans, and ancillary benefits; guide employees through enrollment, life events, and claims resolution.
• Compliance & Reporting – Maintain compliance with ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, and ADA; manage filings, I-9 verification, and reporting for audits.
• Leave Programs – Administer FMLA, workers’ compensation, ADA accommodations, and other leave programs.
• Employee Support – Act as the primary point of contact for payroll and benefits questions, ensuring excellent service and timely resolution.
• Open Enrollment & Education – Organize annual enrollment, distribute materials, and communicate plan changes; provide clear education to employees about their benefit options.
• Collaboration – Work closely with HR and Accounting teams to ensure smooth processes and accurate recordkeeping.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent HR/payroll experience.
• HR certifications (PHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• 1–3+ years of payroll and benefits administration experience.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including ACA, FMLA, ADA, and COBRA.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems, with attention to accuracy and compliance.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and retirement plan options
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Monday–Friday schedule, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with occasional flexibility during audits or open enrollment

READY TO APPLY?

Submit your resume for confidential consideration. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly to discuss next steps.

Point of Contact: Nicole Sharp (806) 797-3281

ABOUT SNELLING

Snelling is a locally owned recruiting & staffing firm with over 200 years of combined expertise, proudly serving Lubbock and West Texas. We connect skilled professionals with outstanding companies across industries, offering temporary, temp-to-hire, direct-hire, and payroll services.

Recognitions: Forbes Best Professional Search Firms® 2024 • Best of Staffing® Client Satisfaction Diamond Award (2013–2024) • Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Best of Lubbock® – Winner / Best Employment Agency (2018–2024).