Benefits Specialist

Crystal Lake Elementary District 47; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Job summary

Crystal Lake School District 47 is seeking a Benefits Specialist at the CORE Administration Building for a full-time role from 7:30 to 4:00. The position administers employee benefit programs, maintains information in the benefits system, handles billing, COBRA, and long-term disability processes, and supports district health and wellness initiatives.

Duties include advising employees and retirees on benefits, coordinating Open Enrollment, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with vendors and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and insurance experience preferred.
• Minimum two years of insurance experience and data entry skills.
• Proficient with Google Suite and various software programs.
• Strong customer service orientation and professional demeanor.
• Excellent organization and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Advise employees and retirees regarding all insurance benefits
• Conduct pre-retirement benefits counseling for retirees
• Coordinate Open Enrollment and other insurance meetings
• Counsel employees on changes to benefits and process changes
• Process monthly billing statements for all insurance vendors
• Participate in Insurance Committee and suggest cost savings
• Maintain benefits website information and vendor coordination
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain confidential records
• Administer long-term disability benefits and COBRA
• Support district health and wellness initiatives

Skills

Insurance knowledge

Data entry

Google Suite

Customer service

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Skyward

Job description

Crystal Lake School District 47 currently has an opening for a Benefits Specialist at the CORE Administration Building. The hours for this full-time position are 7:30 - 4:00. This position is responsible for administering employee benefit programs including maintenance of information in the insurance system, billing and payments, COBRA, and long-term disabilities. Timely answering of insurance inquiries, successfully working with insurance vendors, educating employees on their insurance benefits, staying up-to-date of insurance plan options, cost-cutting measures, and current insurance issues and laws, and organizing district health and wellness initiatives.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Advise employees and retirees regarding all insurance benefits
• Conduct pre-retirement benefits counseling for retirees
• Coordinate annual Open Enrollment and other insurance meetings throughout the year
• Counsel employees regarding changes to their insurance benefits due to a life changing event and process any necessary changes
• Act as a liaison between insurance vendors, Benefits Administration software company and employees to assist in clarification of insurance questions and concerns
• Process monthly billing statements for all insurance vendors
• Participate in district Insurance Committee and recommend cost savings measures to insurance committee members
• Co-coordinate with insurance vendors to keep information current on the employee benefits website
• Ensure compliance with current regulations and requirements
• Maintain positive and collaborative working relationship with all constituents
• Administer long term disability benefits
• Submit COBRA eligibility forms to terminated employees
• Facilitate district-wide flu shot clinic
• Administer district-wide Employee Wellness Program
• Enter and maintain all insurance information in the Benefits Admin system
• Introduce and administer new insurance products when applicable
• Retain accurate and complete employee insurance records
• Act as a contributing member of the Human Resources Department, including event planning
• Work collaboratively with Business Office to ensure deductions and benefits are accurate

Skills And Experience (preferred)

• Bachelor's Degree
• Two or more years experience with insurance
• Data entry, advanced technical skills with the ability to master various software programs, proficient with Google suite
• Excellent customer service skills and positive attitude
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and decision-making skills
• Demonstrate effectiveness in working independently and within a team environment
• Ability to maintain accurate and thorough records
• Experience with Skyward
• Confidentiality and professionalism

Essential Functions

• Requires sitting, standing, bending, walking, and extensive phone use
• High level of flexibility, concentration, and confidentiality
• Flexibility in schedule to ensure coverage of department needs

Annual salary: $70,000 plus experience. Eligible for paid time off benefits and medical insurance benefits