Benefits Administrator

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the employee benefits field (Preferred)
• Public school experience (Preferred)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Understands and supports the mission, vision and values of Harmony Public Schools.
• Oversees the administration of the HPS employee benefits program, including, but not limited to, medical and supplemental benefits, COBRA, short-term and long-term disability benefits, accident and death claims, workers compensation, TRS, 403b plans, etc.
• Develops system-wide processes and procedures regarding employee benefits
• Collaborates with staff, third-party administrators and insurance consultants to ensure district and employee’s interests are protected and properly addressed.
• Serves as the primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators.
• Resolves administrative problems with insurance carrier representatives.
• In collaboration with TPA, coordinates annual enrollment for both medical and supplemental benefits.
• Conducts training sessions, prepares and distributes materials / forms.
• Provides customer service support and responds to employee benefit inquiries and complaints to ensure quick, equitable and courteous resolution.
• Maintains, generates, and provides statistical data relative to insurance premiums and cost
• Manages and updates employee changes and adjustments in all applicable platforms.
• Designs, recommends, and implements new benefits programs. Examines possible plan designs and benefits cost changes.
• Works with the TPA to negotiate with vendors for best plans, options, and rates.
• Maintains high-level of integrity and confidentiality
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Knowledge of federal and state laws / regulations pertaining to benefits administration
• Ability to effectively present information to small and large groups.
• Strong customer service, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone.
• Ability to analyze data
• Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Light Work : may require the occasional light lifting.
• Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.
• Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location.
• Light travel is required.
20 hours ago