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University of California Office of the President · 2 months ago

BENEFITS ANALYST 3 - RETIREMENT ADMINISTRATION SERVICE CENTER (RASC) - INSURANCE

Oakland, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$93K/yr - $104K/yr

5+ years exp

The University of California Office of the President is a leading institution dedicated to excellence in teaching and research. The Benefits Analyst 3 manages complex retirement and pension cases, ensuring compliance with policies and providing expert support to members transitioning into retirement.

EducationHigher EducationProfessional Services

Responsibilities

As the subject matter expert, reviews, validates, and processes complex member applications and documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance. Provides in-depth counseling to members on retirement and pension inquiries, explaining complex benefits information clearly

Processes applications related to retirement, survivor/beneficiary, insurance, and disability benefits. Resolves escalated or non-standard issues, applying policies and exercising judgment with minimal supervision

Ensures data integrity across retirement systems, performing advanced analysis to identify and correct discrepancies

Collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve processes, implement solutions, and share best practices. Mentors and trains junior analysts, providing guidance and feedback to build team expertise

Leads portions of audits and reviews by preparing documentation, analyzing findings, and recommending corrective actions. Identifies opportunities for operational excellence and actively contributes to continuous improvement initiatives

Qualification

Retirement benefits administrationPension plans expertisePolicy interpretationData analysisExcel proficiencyCommunication skillsProcess improvementMentoring

Required

Minimum 5 years' experience in Benefits, Pension Plans, or other relevant roles

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training

Advanced expertise in retirement and pension benefits administration, including defined benefit plans and complex eligibility rules

Extensive knowledge of UCRP plan rules and regulations

Strong ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ERISA, IRS, UC policies)

Highly skilled in analyzing complex data and trends to support decision-making and improve program effectiveness

Excellent communication and counseling skills, with the ability to convey complex benefits information clearly to diverse audiences

Strong skills in payroll, calculations, Excel, compliance, and audit

Proven ability to independently manage multiple priorities and resolve escalated issues in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment

Ability to mentor, train, and support colleagues, fostering knowledge sharing and team development

Demonstrated capacity to influence process improvements and contribute to organizational excellence

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package offered by the University

Company

University of California Office of the President

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The Office of the President is the system wide headquarters of the University of California, managing its fiscal and business operations, and supporting the academic and research missions across its campuses, labs and medical centers.

Oakland, California, USA

1001-5000 employees