Benefits Administrator
Position classification: 10 hours per week, non-exempt
Application deadline: September 1, 2026
Start date: October 1, 2026
Office location: Remote, preferably within the Connecticut River watershed
Health benefit eligible: No
Retirement benefits eligible: Yes
Supervisor: Executive Director
Salary: $30 to $45 per hour
Position Description
The Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) restores and advocates for clean water, healthy habitats, and resilient communities to support a thriving and diverse watershed. We are seeking an experienced Benefits Administrator to oversee employee benefits programs for our growing environmental nonprofit organization.
The Benefits Administrator will manage relationships with benefit providers, administer employee enrollments and terminations, process benefit-related transactions, and serve as a resource for employees by providing guidance on available benefit options.
The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of health insurance and other employee benefit programs, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate complex benefits information clearly and effectively to employees.
Primary Responsibilities
Administer employee benefits programs including medical insurance, dental insurance, SIMPLE IRA retirement plan, and Paid Family Medical Leave claims.
Process enrollments, terminations, and changes to benefit elections during open enrollment and throughout the year for qualifying life events
Coordinate annual open enrollment: update plan materials, configure enrollment windows in the benefits platform, train employees on plan options, and resolve enrollment errors
Work with insurance providers to resolve any discrepancies
Administer leave programs including FMLA, ADA accommodations, state paid leave laws, and short/long-term disability claims
Serve as the primary point of contact to resolve any employee benefit questions
Maintain and update employee records as necessary
Ensure benefits changes are entered accurately in payroll system
Ensure compliance with all legal requirements of benefit programs
Administer COBRA elections and manage compliance timelines for qualifying events and premium collection
Manage vendor relationships with insurance carriers, SIMPLE IRA recordkeepers, and FSA/HSA custodians
Prepare and distribute required plan communications
Reconcile monthly carrier invoices against enrollment data; identify and correct discrepancies before payment approval
Qualifications
Experience as a Benefits Administrator or similar role in Human Resources
Knowledge of various types of insurance plans and benefit options
Familiarity with HR databases and HRIS systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Salary and Benefits
$30 to $45 per hour
Office Location
Remote
Application Instructions
To apply for the position, use the form below to upload your cover letter and resume as a combined PDF. Please name your file with your first and last name.
Application Deadline
September 1, 2026
Notice: we have received a large number of applications, so interviews for this position are beginning immediately, and the position may be filled before the Sept 1 application deadline.
Overview of the Organization
The Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) restores and advocates for clean water, healthy habitats, and resilient communities to support a diverse and thriving watershed.
CRC has been a steward of the Connecticut River and its tributary streams since 1952. Our programs include advocacy, aquatic invasive species management, dam removal, habitat restoration, migratory fish surveys, recreation events, trash cleanups, and water quality monitoring. Through collaborative partnerships in New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, CRC leads and supports efforts for resilient and life-filled rivers from source to sea. We are uniquely positioned to leverage local, state, regional, and federal resources as the only science-based nonprofit working throughout the entire watershed. Our values of collaboration, integrity, purpose, and adaptability guide our ongoing work to address the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, and pollution. Together through community engagement and education, we’re helping to ensure healthy rivers for all. Learn more at ctriver.org.
The Connecticut River Conservancy is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and will engage in an inclusive recruiting and hiring process. It considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.