Benefits Specialist I, II

Southcentral Foundation; Alaska; On-site; USD 33,888 - 45,185; Full time

Job summary

Southcentral Foundation (SCF) is seeking a Benefits Specialist I to provide administrative and technical HR support focused on benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, leave, and disability programs. The position offers a two-level progression based on demonstrated responsibility and independence.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and at least one year in benefits administration, with additional growth potential for Benefits Specialist II.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, or related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience, OR demonstrated proficiency as a Compensation and Benefits Assistant at SCF.
• One year’s experience in benefits administration.
• Two additional years of experience in benefits administration or demonstrated proficiency as Benefits Specialist I at SCF.

Responsibilities

• The Benefits Specialist is responsible for administrative and technical HR support with a focus on benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and leave administration.
• Assist with the administration of retirement programs and disability plans.
• Provide ongoing support and two levels of progression based on demonstrated responsibilities.

Job description

Benefits Specialist I

Hiring Range $24.60 to $32.80

Benefits Specialist II

Hiring Range $28.17 to $37.56

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Benefits Specialist is responsible for providing administrative and technical support that requires knowledge of Human Resources issues with a focus on benefits. The Benefits Specialist assists with the administration of all benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, leave administration to include Family Medical Leave, and short- and long-term disability.

This position has two (2) levels designed to provide progressively more responsible and independent work experience. Progression between job levels is based on the demonstrated ability to successfully handle more progressively responsible assignments.

Qualifications:

• 1. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, or related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience, OR demonstrated proficiency as a Compensation and Benefits Assistant at SCF.
• 2. One (1) years’ experience in benefits administration.

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

Additional Qualifications for Benefits Specialist II:

• 1. Two (2) additional years of experience in benefits administration or demonstrated proficiency as Benefits Specialist I at SCF.

Native Preference:

Under P.L. 93-638, as amended, the company pursues a policy of Native preference in hiring, contracting and training. SCF Human Resources must receive certification before applicants receive preference.

Employee Health Requirements:

Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of SCF employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs designated as a Health Care Personnel (HCP) position, requires that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.