Hris Director Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $37,772.80 Annually
Location : 6201 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Full Time Non-Exempt
Job Number: HRISBEN2026
Department: Human Resources
Division: HUMAN RESOURCES
Opening Date: 07/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/28/2026 4:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
General Summary
The HRIS Specialist provides administrative support to the Benefits Administrator and the Human Resources Department. This position requires frequent interaction with employees, retirees, beneficiaries, and the public while performing moderately complex to complex administrative and human resources functions. The incumbent is responsible for responding to employee, retiree, and beneficiary inquiries by phone, email, and in person; interpreting and applying applicable policies, procedures, rules, and benefit guidelines; preparing correspondence; auditing benefit invoices; and processing employee and retiree benefit enrollments, changes, and inquiries. Additional responsibilities include maintaining and monitoring employee personnel and confidential medical records, performing HRIS data entry and processing employment-related transactions, assisting with employee wellness initiatives, orientation programs, annual open enrollment, and health fairs, preparing and distributing benefit enrollment materials and information packets, conducting research and surveys, performing mathematical calculations related to benefits and HR processes, and completing other duties and special projects as assigned.
Requirements and Job Specifications
Education Required: H. S. diploma is required or equivalent and 2-year associate degree or vocational diploma
Preferred: Graduation from an accredited 4 year college or university
Area of Study (major) Required: Human Resources, Business Administration or closely related
Certifications Preferred: N/A
License(s): Valid LA driver's license.
Years Relevant Work Experience: 4 years' progressive office experience with extensive public contact. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Other Job Specifications:

• Knowledge of modern office and records management practices, procedures, and protocols, including word processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Extensive experience in database management and the ability to provide introductory training and instruction to end users.
• Experience managing personnel records while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to effectively assist both internal and external customers.
• Must have attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines.
• Ability to instruct and facilitate presentations.
• Ability to work cooperatively with people at all levels.

Functions and Duties
Essential Functions and Duties:

• Provides administrative support to the Benefits Administrator and Human Resources staff.
• Responsible for processing a high volume of invoices and interacting with vendors and employees.
• Reviews all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
• Maintains and monitors employment records, including hard copy files, electronic records, and control documents.
• Maintains master forms and coordinates updates, redesigns, and reprints, as necessary.
• Processes HRIS transactions related to employee benefits, payroll administration, and reporting.
• Provides exceptional customer service to employees, vendors, and the public.
• Communicates Human Resources policies, procedures, and benefit eligibility requirements to employees.
• Assists with verifying administrative invoices, benefit deductions, premium rates, and contractual limitations for accuracy.
• Assists with new employee benefits presentations, enrollment, and ongoing benefits consultations.
• Assists with the annual benefits open enrollment process and coordinates employee wellness sessions.
• Assists with the administration of employee leave programs, including Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), parental leave, and other applicable leave programs.
• Assists employees, staff, and the public in a professional, courteous, and supportive manner.
• Assists with terminating employee benefits for separating employees.
• Performs data entry and maintains Human Resources databases.
• Prepares correspondence, memoranda, and employee reminders.
• Prepares and processes invoices for check requests and ACH payments.
• Prepare new hire packets and onboarding materials.
• Compiles data, performs research, and conducts surveys for special projects as needed.
• Generates HRIS and management reports upon request.
• Maintains inventory of office supplies and coordinates reordering as needed.
• Performs other duties and specials projects as assigned.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.
Supplemental Information
Hours Worked: Full-time position. 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, meal break as needed.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. If you do not complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, or etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement, your application will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for further consideration for this vacancy.
An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen and physical
2026 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
HEALTH INSURANCE: BREC provides comprehensive medical coverage through Louisiana Blue formerly BCBSLA, including HMO, PPO, and Blue Saver (Qualified High-Deductible Health Savings Account) options. Coverage becomes effective on the first day of the month following a two-month waiting period. Employee cost per month for HMO: $175.43 - employee only; $597.45 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $962.52-family. Employee cost per month for PPO: $375.23- employee only;$975.50- employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $1,492.70 - family. Employee cost per month for Blue Saver: $39.08 - employee only; $162.68 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $290.49 - family. In addition to medical coverage, BREC offers voluntary insurance options, including Dental and Vision.
LIFE INSURANCE: All full-time employees are insured under a Group Term Life Insurance policy provided by Lincoln Financial. Coverage is subject to reduction at ages 65 and 70. There is no cost to the employee; however, coverage associated with salaries exceeding $50,000 is subject to imputed income in accordance with IRS regulations. Coverage is effective immediately upon eligibility.
RETIREMENT SYSTEM: BREC contributes 38.22% of each employee's salary to the City-Parish Employees' Retirement System. Employees contribute 9.5% of salary. All retirement contributions are tax-deferred. Employee contributions are maintained in individual accounts and are refunded if an employee leaves BREC prior to retirement eligibility. After 25 years of service, employees may be eligible for additional benefits through the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP). BREC also offers a Supplemental Retirement Deferred Compensation Plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions, available through convenient payroll deductions.
HOLIDAYS: BREC employees receive twelve (12) paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE: BREC employees accumulate sick leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 30 days of continuous employment.
ANNUAL LEAVE: BREC employees earn annual leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increased based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 90 days of continuous employment.
FULL-TIME STATUS: Upon completion of a six-month probationary periods and approval of supervisor, full-time status will be achieved.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS: BREC full-time employees can take advantage of a generous discount. Some restrictions may apply. See the discount policy for more details.
EAP: BREC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is administered by Lucet. They EAP helps employees and their family members resolve personal or work-related problems.
CREDIT UNION: BREC employees are eligible to join the City Federal Credit Union and/or Pelican State Credit Union and enlist in payroll deduction plan. Direct deposit to the Credit Union is also available.
FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS: BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after October 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.
LA START: This 529 Qualified Tuition savings plan may be open on behalf of a named Beneficiary by anyone, including legal entities, provided that the Account Owner or the Beneficiary is a resident of Louisiana. Account Owners may save at their own pace, in amounts they can afford.
FSA: BREC offers an FSA that allows employees to contribute a portion of their regular earnings before taxes. Distributions from the account must be used to reimburse the employee for qualified expenses related to medical and dental services.
SUPPLEMENT BENEFITS: BREC offers voluntary benefits through AFLAC or Colonial Life. Those benefits include accident insurance, critical care, hospital indemnity, life, LTD and STD.
BREC reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
*Commissioned Approved Benefits Effective January 1, 2026*
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Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license?

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• No

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Do you have experience working in city government, county government, or state government in Louisiana or another state?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess at least 4 years progressive office experience with extensive public contact?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience processing invoices and ensuring supporting documenting is complete prior to payment?

• Yes
• No

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Have you worked in Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to enter or maintain employee records?

• Yes
• No

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Have you assisted employees with benefits enrollment, eligibility, or benefits related questions?

• Yes
• No

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