Benefits & Wellness Administrator

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 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