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Union Benefits Specialist

Vaco
$60,000.00 - $65,000.00 / yr
United States, New York, Long Island City
Feb 26, 2026
Client: Well known facilities services organization Job Title: Union Benefits Specialist (32BJ) Language Requirement: Bilingual English/Spanish Location: Long Island City Salary: $60,000-$65,000 Position Summary We're seeking a detail-oriented Union Benefits Specialist to support the accurate administration of employee benefits, with a strong focus on 32BJ union benefit programs. This role is responsible for entering, maintaining, and auditing benefits data, ensuring eligibility and contributions align with union requirements, and partnering closely with HR, Payroll, and the 32BJ Benefit Funds office. Key Responsibilities Accurately enter, maintain, and update employee benefits information in HR/benefits systems Process benefit enrollments, terminations, and changes in compliance with 32BJ guidelines Review and verify benefit eligibility, deductions, and compliance with union contracts Coordinate with HR, Payroll, and the 32BJ Benefit Funds office to ensure timely and accurate benefit processing Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefit coverage, eligibility, and union-related questions (English/Spanish) Audit and reconcile benefit records to maintain data integrity and compliance Support benefit reporting, documentation, and additional administrative tasks as needed Qualifications (Required) 2-3+ years of hands-on experience administering 32BJ union benefits Bilingual in English and Spanish Strong knowledge of 32BJ benefit plans, eligibility rules, and contribution structures Proficiency with HRIS/benefits administration systems High attention to detail, strong organization, and clear communication Ability to handle confidential information with discretion Preferred Experience partnering closely with Payroll and union benefit funds Working knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and union reporting requirements Strong Excel skills and comfort working with data Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.