Part-Time Human Resources Rep I

EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER (EDC)
Education Development Center (EDC) is a global nonprofit that works with partners to advance every person’s journey to learn, work, and be well. For more than 65 years, EDC has partnered with communities, governments, and private sector to improve education, workforce development and health outcomes. By combining interdisciplinary expertise with real-world experience, EDC works across these pillars to design, implement, and scale evidence-based solutions that help partners address complex challenges and create lasting change.

Our diverse portfolio of programs is supported by federal agencies, philanthropic foundations, multilateral institutions, and corporate partners. The Benefits Associate I administers and coordinates a variety of Human Resources and employee benefits activities to ensure the effective delivery of HR services. This position serves as an ambassador for HR and will be the primary point of contact for the Human Resources Department for benefits inquiries.

Under the direction of the Senior Benefits Manager, this role will support HR policy maintenance, operations, and benefits administration with accuracy, confidentiality, and customer service excellence. Administers employee benefits programs including health, dental, life and AD&D, disability, retirement, and flexible spending plans. Provides information and assistance to employees regarding benefit eligibility, plan options, and enrollment processes; Supports employee life cycle benefits processes, including new hire onboarding and employee offboarding.

Processes benefits transactions through HRIS and audits data for accuracy; Administers Workers’ Compensation claims and related reporting, in conjunction with the Senior Benefits Manager and Office of Legal Affairs. Processes unemployment claims and maintains related records. Maintains thorough, accurate, and up to date benefits files and documentation in compliance with company policy and legal standards. Coordinates HR and benefits initiatives, programs, meetings, and events, including scheduling, logistics, agendas, documentation, and follow up actions.

Processes HR invoices and department mail (at the Waltham office 1-2 times/month), maintaining related administrative records
Serves as first point of contact for the HR department, responding to and routing all employee inquiries as appropriate. Collaborates across HR functions to support operational effectiveness and continuous process improvements. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
3–5 years of HR administration and coordination experience and
~2 years of HR benefits coordination experience required, preferably in a complex, multi-state environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer service orientation. Strong knowledge of employee benefits, HR policies, and regulatory compliance. aptitude for details and data accuracy. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems. As part of your application, a cover letter with a brief outline of your experience administering benefit programs is required. Please include your cover letter in the “ Message to Hiring Manager ” section of the application. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

EDC affirms its steadfast commitment to uphold the highest standards of conduct, ensuring the protection of all individuals from misconduct, and maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards any violation of these rights.

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid holidays
Generous vacation benefits for full- and part-time employees
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-tax transport benefit
Robust retirement plan with TIAA/CREF (Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association/College Retirement Equities Fund)
Paid sick time and personal time annually
Employee assistance program
The starting full-time base salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000.