Benefits & Leave Specialist II

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia (UVACH) are seeking a Benefits Specialist II to manage comprehensive team member benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement programs. This nonexempt role supports enrollment, leave administration, and benefit communications within UVA Health.

Primary duties include open enrollment, benefits inquiries, reporting, and coordination with HR and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in human resources and benefit administration required.
• Bilingual or multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Supports the administration of health and welfare and retirement benefit programs, including day-to-day benefits operations and team member support.
• Assists in all activities related to open enrollment.
• Presents benefit information during new hire orientation.
• Responsible for administration of team member leave and the leave system.
• Collaborates with cross functional teams to administer the team member Leave of Absence program and support benefits related accommodation inquiries.
• Provides guidance during claims, appeals, and enrollment processes.
• Manages the HR inbox and resolves benefit inquiries.
• Maintains records of benefit plan participation and prepares reports/audits.
• Creates benefit communication materials and updates for website/intranet.
• Manages the monthly benefits calendar.
• Oversees tuition and certification reimbursement and adoption reimbursement programs.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Written communication

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia (UVACH) are seeking a Benefits Specialist II to manage comprehensive team member benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement programs. This nonexempt role supports enrollment, leave administration, and benefit communications within UVA Health.

Primary duties include open enrollment, benefits inquiries, reporting, and coordination with HR and vendors.