Benefits Specialist at Grand River Health in Rifle, CO

Benefits Specialist FT Grand River Health | Rifle, CO

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

What You’ll Do

The Benefits Specialist supports the daily administration of GRHD’s employee benefits and leave programs, helping ensure employees have the information and resources they need to navigate their benefits.

• Coordinate employee benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and leave administration, including enrollments, renewals, and terminations.
• Provide employee support through benefits orientations, enrollment assistance, and timely resolution of benefits-related questions and concerns.
• Maintain accurate employee benefits records in the HRIS while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Partner with the Benefits Manager and brokers to support plan administration, regulatory updates, benefits communications, and the implementation of new or revised plans.
• Assist with benefits fairs, plan materials, employee meetings, departmental goals, and ongoing improvements to benefits programs and processes.
• Perform a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with a strong understanding of employee benefits, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing helpful, confidential support to employees and leaders.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, with 3–5 years of benefits experience preferred.
• Knowledge of employee benefits programs, HR practices, and applicable federal and state employment and benefits laws.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze information and make recommendations.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion while maintaining a professional, service-focused approach.

What We Offer:

• Pay Range: $27.79-$34.71/hour (based on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO from day one, extended illness time, retirement plan with match, and more.
• Perks: Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more! Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.
• Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health? As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize exceptional patient-centered care over financial bottom lines. Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION: To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION: To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.