Benefits Coordinator - HR & Benefits Administration

Buffalo State University; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo State University is seeking a Benefits Coordinator to administer health insurance, retirement plans, and leave programs for faculty and staff. The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance with laws, and supporting retention through engagement and information sessions.

With primary responsibility for enrollment, coverage dates, and deductions, you will manage communications, data records, and interdepartmental collaboration to ensure a smooth benefits experience for employees and retirees.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated benefits administration experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including spreadsheet skills.
• Working knowledge of state and federal employment and labor relations regulations and laws (e.g. HIPAA, FMLA, ADA).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyze data and monitor metrics.
• Ability to prioritize and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Discretion handling confidential information and building relationships across levels.

Responsibilities

• Administer the State’s health insurance program (NYSHIP) including orientation, enrollments, changes, and reconciliation.
• Administer multiple retirement plans and guidance on supplemental savings plans.
• Administer various leave programs and audit time and attendance records.
• Administer tuition benefit programs for employees.
• Develop and disseminate employee benefit information and maintain benefit documents and websites.
• Maintain accurate benefit and leave records in SUNY HR systems and ensure data integrity.
• Serve as liaison between employees, Civil Service, vendors, and SUNY groups; participate on committees.
• Plan events that support employee engagement and wellness, such as onboarding and seminars.

Skills

Benefits administration

MS Office

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Data analysis

Time management

Collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Buffalo State University is seeking a Benefits Coordinator to administer health insurance, retirement plans, and leave programs for faculty and staff. The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance with laws, and supporting retention through engagement and information sessions.

With primary responsibility for enrollment, coverage dates, and deductions, you will manage communications, data records, and interdepartmental collaboration to ensure a smooth benefits experience for employees and retirees.