Benefits Specialist

Benefits Specialist

About the Role: As a Benefits Specialist, you'll play a vital role in managing and optimizing our university's comprehensive employee benefits and wellness programs. You'll be responsible for day-to-day operations and for ensuring our employees receive top-notch benefits and support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Benefits Administration: Oversee the administration of various benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and more.
• Employee Support: Provide exceptional customer service by answering employee inquiries, conducting benefits orientations, and resolving issues promptly.
• Compliance: Stay up-to-date on compliance regulations (COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ERISA) and ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting.
• Vendor Management: Build strong relationships with vendors and third-party administrators to optimize service delivery and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in employee benefits administration
• Strong knowledge of benefits regulations and compliance requirements
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Make an Impact:

Working at Bellevue University feels different. We're a nonprofit, open access university for students who want to get ready for what's next. We specialize in understanding the complexities life can hold, and how to make time for the dreams and goals that are often set aside.

As a member of the Bellevue University team, you'll have a hand in helping students grow and succeed. We extend this same philosophy to you – we promise to see and value you as an individual with unique goals and needs, and we're ready to empower your personal development and success.

Are you a Match?

In return, we expect you to bring your best self to the table, to offer valuable perspective, to manage change, to accomplish big goals – and to do it with empathy, honesty, and compassion.

If you're motivated to become part of an encouraging and supportive community, are open to change, and thrive when given the opportunity to collaborate and innovate with others to solve problems, we hope you'll consider building a career with us.

Keywords: Benefits Specialist, HR, Human Resources, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration, Compliance, HRIS, ADP Workforce Now, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ERISA, Retirement Plans, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b), Wellness Programs, Employee Support, Customer Service

NOTE:  The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job.  It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The Higher Education Opportunity Act requires institutions participating in federally funded financial aid programs to make information about the institution available to the public, current and prospective students, and current and prospective employees. The Bellevue University Consumer Information webpage, found at www.bellevue.edu/student-support/consumer-information/consumer-information, provides readily accessible information to help consumers make informed decisions about post-secondary education. Bellevue University’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASR), found at www.bellevue.edu/student-support/consumer-information/pdfs/annual-safety-report.pdf, provides information about campus crime statistics and institutional security policies and procedures as well as information about student housing fire statistics and fire safety policies. You can obtain a paper copy of these reports from the Bellevue Dean of Students office by calling 402-557-7028. In addition to this, Bellevue University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.