Benefits Specialist handling employee benefits administration and customer service for Duke University. Collaborating on special projects while enhancing knowledge and efficiency in benefits activities.
Responsibilities
Perform a variety of administrative and clerical duties involved in the delivery of employee benefits to University and Health System personnel.
Act as a customer service consultant handling more complex issues requiring specialized benefits knowledge, escalating cases to a Benefits Analyst when appropriate.
Assist employees in the completion of all necessary forms to enroll in or make changes to Duke benefit programs.
Perform benefits administration activities to support 'core' transaction processing including, but not limited to health and welfare benefits enrollment, retirement, and educational benefits.
Identify communication and operational issues arising during day to day administration activities / contact with customers and propose solutions to the Human Resource Information Center (HRIC) Manager and the Benefits Administration and Communications Manager as appropriate.
Assist with group presentations explaining details of specified benefit programs for new hire orientation along with other educational initiatives.
Provide technical support and guidance to HRIC staff, sharing technical and legislative knowledge to ensure staff are up to date.
Seek to continuously develop and improve levels of knowledge and expertise, coordinating with the Benefits Administration & Communication Manager for training as required.
Make recommendations for process improvements to continuously improve efficiency and customer service.
Provide support to Benefits Manager and Plan Managers for special projects, including open enrollment, annual benefit statement production, performing research and other tasks as needed.
Primarily supports voluntary benefits such as life and disability insurance and Kiel program.
Requirements
B.A. from an accredited institution preferably in Human Resource Management or a related field
1-2 years experience in employee benefits / HR
Proficient in computer software and latest electronic office technology
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Benefits
comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs
generous retirement benefits
wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members
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