Benefit Specialist-29744

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Benefit Specialist to administer comprehensive employee benefits, enrollments, and leave-related programs. You will process enrollments, life events, and COBRA within an HRIS, ensuring accurate records and compliance with ACA requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in business or HR and at least two years of progressive experience in benefits administration, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills to support managers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, human resources or related field.
• 2 years of progressive related work experience in Benefits, human resources or related field.
• Experience in benefits administration.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required to interact with a wide range of internal and external constituencies.
• Excellent independent judgment and the ability to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Must be approachable, dependable and a self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Process daily benefit transactions including new enrollments, life-event changes, evidence of insurability, and terminations in HRIS system.
• Verify employee dependent documentation.
• Maintain accurate enrollment, dependent and beneficiary records in HRIS system.
• Distribute Affordable Care Act (ACA) required employee eligibility notifications.
• Assist in the processing of the Education Assistance Benefits.
• Respond to escalated employee questions/issues.
• Coordinate COBRA administration for terminated employees within guidelines of their severance package.
• Coordinate direct bill administration for employees on unpaid leave of absence with vendor.
• Counsel employees on plan options, changes, and enrollment, particularly during open enrollment.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees to address escalated issues related to all leave programs to include, but not limited to, Short Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Family Medical Leaves and Paid Parental Leave.
• Other relevant duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or HR

Tools

HRIS system

Job description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Employee Service Center

Work Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $27.47 - $38.81 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. This role has a corresponding incentive plan based on multiple factors. incentive compensation and additional benefits can be found on our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits)

Summary

The Benefit Specialist administers comprehensive employee benefit programs for employees to care for their health and well-being, plan for financial security, enhance their individual growth and maintain a work/life balance. He/She processes benefit enrollments, qualifying life events and assists with open enrollment. They provide guidance for the Leave of Absence benefits.

They ensure compliance with regulations while maintaining accurate records in the HRIS system. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other Information

• Bachelor's degree in business, human resources or related field.
• 2 years of progressive related work experience in Benefits, human resources or related field.
• Experience in benefits administration.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required to interact with and influence a wide range of internal and external constituencies.
• Excellent independent judgment and the ability to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Must be approachable, dependable and a self-starter.

Disclaimer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Responsibilities

• Process daily benefit transactions including new enrollments, life-event changes, evidence of insurability, and terminations in HRIS system.
• Verify employee dependent documentation.
• Maintain accurate enrollment, dependent and beneficiary records in HRIS system.
• Distribute Affordable Care Act (ACA) required employee eligibility notifications.
• Assist in the processing of the Education Assistance Benefits.
• Respond to escalated employee questions/issues.
• Coordinate COBRA administration for terminated employees within guidelines of their severance package.
• Coordinate direct bill administration for employees on unpaid leave of absence with vendor.
• Counsel employees on plan options, changes, and enrollment, particularly during open enrollment.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees to address escalated issues related to all leave programs to include, but not limited to, Short Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Family Medical Leaves and Paid Parental Leave.
• Other relevant duties as required.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.