Human Resources & Benefits Administrator

About the Role

Meeker Energy is seeking a Human Resources & Benefits Administrator to support our employees, and those of Kandiyohi Power Cooperative (a neighboring utility). Employee will work at both locations. This role provides hands-on HR and benefits administration, including onboarding, employee records, leave coordination (including MN Paid Family & Medical Leave), and benefits support. You will serve as a primary resource for employees, assist management with HR questions, and help maintain a positive, compliant workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

- HR Administration: Maintain employee records, support policy compliance, and assist management with HR inquiries.

- Benefits Administration: Coordinate health, retirement, and ancillary benefits; assist employees with enrollments, life-event changes, and terminations; communicate SPDs and plan updates.

- Leave Coordination: Track and manage employee leaves, including MN Paid Family & Medical Leave, FMLA, medical, parental, and military leave; ensure alignment with payroll and benefits.

- Pre-Employment & Recruitment Support: Post jobs, schedule interviews, and coordinate pre-employment requirements such as background checks and drug screenings.

- Onboarding & Training: Set up new employees in HR systems, coordinate orientation, and track required training.

- Employee Engagement & Well-Being: Participate on the wellness committee and support programs, events, and communications.

- Customer Service: Serve as a resource for employees regarding HR and benefits matters and provide excellent internal support.

Qualifications

- Associate or four-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

- 2–4 years of experience in HR, benefits administration, or related administrative support.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); benefits system experience preferred.

- Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills.

- SHRM a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.00 - $37.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Parental leave

- Retirement plan

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person