Northeastern State University · 6 hours ago
N99446 Coordinator Benefits
Tahlequah, OK
Internship
Onsite
Intern, Mid, Senior Level
$38K/yr - $38K/yr
5+ years expNortheastern State University is seeking a Coordinator Benefits to oversee and manage the University’s benefits administration. This role involves evaluating competitive practices regarding benefit programs, managing employee leave types, and conducting new hire orientations.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serves as primary university contact for potential, current and former employees concerning benefits-related topics to include OTRS retirement
Conducts the benefits portion of new employee orientation; provides a general overview of benefits available; assists new hires in the completion of benefits-related enrollment procedures
Processes new hire and termination paperwork and disability claims forms
Partners with payroll to verify the accuracy of benefits deductions
Processes benefits paperwork for retirees to include all aspects of the OTRS process
Oversees and manages the annual open enrollment benefit changes with all vendors, OKHEEI group partner universities, and on campus open enrollment meetings, communications, and materials
Meets with beneficiaries to process death claims
Oversees all wellness programs on behalf of Human Resources to include BCBS wellness dollars when offered
Files all ACA reporting in a timely manner or if a vendor is used for the process, provides oversight of the vendor to ensure the University’s reporting is conducted accurately and conforms to regulatory requirements
Processes employee medical leave, family medical leave requests, and manages leave share accounts.Partners with the University Safety Manager when employee leaves are necessary due to work place accidents and/or injuries
Oversees and coordinates new hire orientation (NHO) for all employees
Performs related duties as assigned
Must be able to maintain regular attendance
Qualification
Required
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field
Minimum Of 5 Years' Experience In Benefits Administration
Must be able to meet deadlines under stressful conditions and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Have a willingness to work fluctuating and flexible hours to include evenings and weekends where necessary
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated
Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance
Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time
Knowledge of federal and state laws related to employment and benefits to include HIPAA related information
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Knowledge of benefits administration principles
Knowledge of university policies and procedures
Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
Skill in decision-making, problem solving, and analytics
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
Skill in oral and written communication to include presentation skills
Preferred
Higher Education experience preferred
Benefits
Excellent benefits
Generous leave time
Company
Northeastern State University
Northeastern State University is a school in Tahlequah.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.95MKey Investors
Google.orgNational Telecommunications and Information Administration
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-02-27Grant· $2.95M
Leadership Team
Richard Reif
CIO
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