Benefits Specialist — Higher Ed & Compliance

Wayland Baptist University; Plainview (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayland Baptist University is seeking a Benefits Specialist to oversee its benefits program, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans. This position serves as the primary contact for benefits-related inquiries from employees and vendors.

The candidate should have an Associate's degree in Business or a related field and ideally possess two years of benefits experience. Strong computer skills, communication abilities, and integrity are essential. The work environment is standard office-based in Plainview, Texas.

Qualifications

• Preferred two years of benefits experience.
• Demonstrated integrity and reliability in job assignments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the university’s benefits program.
• Coordinate benefits enrollments for new hires.
• Address benefits questions and concerns.
• Maintain employee benefits information.

Skills

Computer proficiency using Microsoft 365

Communication skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Tact in receiving calls and visitors

Ability to work independently

Education

Associates Degree in Business or related field

Job description

Wayland Baptist University is seeking a Benefits Specialist to oversee its benefits program, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans. This position serves as the primary contact for benefits-related inquiries from employees and vendors.

The candidate should have an Associate's degree in Business or a related field and ideally possess two years of benefits experience. Strong computer skills, communication abilities, and integrity are essential. The work environment is standard office-based in Plainview, Texas.