State of Indiana · 7 hours ago
Benefits Analyst
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
6+ years expThe State of Indiana is one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across various agencies. The Benefits Analyst is responsible for the administration of statewide employee benefit programs and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance programs.
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Responsibilities
Conducts extensive and detailed audits of vendors, programs, and benefit trends to ensure compliance with contracts, Federal and State regulations, policies, and practices
Compiles, analyzes, evaluates, and interprets large amounts of data from a multitude of sources such as PeopleSoft, Federal and State regulations, vendor reports and contracts to provide internal and external reports along with recommendations
Establishes new processes and implements necessary changes to stay compliant on all Federal and State regulations and legislation that may affect employee benefits
Troubleshoots and resolves problems related to benefits including HRIS system issues and discrepancies between PeopleSoft, vendor reports and administration of vendor contracts
Completes user acceptance testing for the HRIS benefit module and collaboratively works with IOT to coordinate all system configuration changes
Monitor application software systems to ensure proper execution and performance
Serves as a project manager in implementing and administering complex state-wide programs and initiatives that have a direct financial impact to the state
Independently resolved benefit appeal requests by analyzing data, reviewing contracts, guidelines and supporting documentation
Oversees and resolves eligibility, billing, and claim disputes with the vendor, agency, or employee
Serves as a technical expert and team lead within the Benefits Division by providing direction, guidance, and assistance to Benefits Specialists
Evaluates requests for proposals (RFP) for benefit vendors
Audits legal compliance document such as Summary Plan descriptions and ensure the distribution of annual compliance notices
Coordinates Medicare Secondary Payer claims with CMS
Leads informational and training sessions regarding benefits
Independently resolves premium errors by calculating, analyzing, and interpreting data for each individual circumstance
Identifies data entry errors that have a direct impact on the employees’ benefits / job status and collaborates with other entities to ensure that the error is corrected timely
Recommends improvements on current benefit processes and programs, based on metrics and analysis to improve efficiencies
Acts as a liaison between vendor, agency, and employee
Qualification
Required
Six (6) years of work experience in human resources management including compensation, benefits, employee relations, employment law, affirmative action, recruiting, or human resource development and/or retail management; plan management; field supervisory experience; or accredited college training in a related field
Extensive knowledge of State of Indiana benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability and worker's compensation
Extensive knowledge of COBRA, HIPAA, Section 125 and other federal and state benefits laws and regulations
Extensive knowledge of principles, laws, regulations, theories and practices of Human Resources Management
Extensive experience with data analysis and manipulating data
Possess strong analytical, written, and verbal communication, detail orientation and technology skills
Ability to make sound and well informed decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions and commits to action
Ability to establish priorities and monitor effectiveness of programs
Ability to effectively and independently plan and organize work of the section
Ability to work independently, anticipate problems, and initiate corrective actions
Ability to work effectively with others
Effective customer service skills
Effective problem-solving skills
Thorough knowledge of State Personnel Policies
Thorough knowledge of SPD's mission, vision and organizational structure
Advanced knowledge of PeopleSoft benefits administration
Working knowledge of Indiana State Government: organization, needs, policies and procedures
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Benefits
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
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State of Indiana
State of Indiana is the government website that provides information, services, news, and events related to Indiana.
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Pamella Cook
Chief Financial Officer
Annie Frischkorn
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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