Central Benefits Partner I

State-of-Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

Benefit package

Job summary

State of Oklahoma is seeking a Central Benefits Partner I to support the HCM Benefits team and manage a range of health and savings accounts. The role focuses on enrollment, life events, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with agencies and vendors to ensure accurate records.

The position offers full-time in-office work with a strong benefits package and opportunities to conduct workshops and trainings on ACA, Section 125, and other state rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience in benefits or HR functions.
• Experience with Health Care Accounts and Dependent Savings Accounts.
• Experience with reporting and benefits administration.

Responsibilities

• Manages and administers health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and FSA/HSA accounts.
• Assists employees and agencies in enrolling in flexible benefits under state and federal laws.
• Oversees onboarding enrollments, qualifying life event changes, and terminations.
• Advises plan participants, agency staff on enrollment procedures and changes.
• Ensures ACA, federal, and state regulatory compliance; conducts audits as needed.

Skills

Healthcare accounts experience

Benefit enrollment

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Human Resources

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Posting TitleCentral Benefits Partner IAgency090 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND ENTERPRISE SERVSupervisory OrganizationHCMJob Posting End DateRefer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)Full/Part-TimeFull timeJob TypeRegularCompensationSalary up to $60,500 based on education and experience.Job DescriptionAs a Central Benefits Partner I with OMES you will enjoy:Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually.A comprehensive Benefit Package with a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.Job DetailsFull-time, 40 hours per week in office positionSupport the HCM Benefits teamSalary up to: $60,500 based on education and experienceResponsibilitiesManages and administers health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and FSA/HSA accounts.Assists employees and agencies in enrolling in various flexible benefits under state and federal laws and regulations.Oversees onboarding enrollments, qualifying life event changes, and terminations.Advises plan participants, agency staff and others on participation requirement, enrollment and change procedures, reimbursement account rules, and other matters related to employee benefit plans.Ensures compliance with ACA, federal, and state regulations.Conducts benefit eligibility audits and data cleanup.Collaborates with insurance carriers and third-party administrators.Responds to requests from vendors and others concerning plan participants; coordinates with agency staff, plan participants and administrators as needed to correct individual accounts or other records.Reviews and approves documents submitted for changes in benefit elections or plan participation.Processes life events (e.g., marriage, divorce, dependents), open enrollment cycles, data corrections, and retroactive adjustments in Workday.Continuous communication and customer service.Conducts workshops, orientations, and meetings to explain benefit programs.Subject Matter Experts for ACA, Section 125, specific Oklahoma state statutes and admin rules (Title 260), and other federal laws.Assist in all areas within b enefits as requested by Supervisor.Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentThis position works in a comfortable work environment a large percentage of the workday. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild. This position requires standing, bending, crouching, lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds, and climbing stairs. Occasional travel may be required.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field ; andThree (3) years of relevant experience; orAn equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one (1) year of qualifying experience for each year of the required education.Preference will be given to candidates who possessExperience with Health Care Accounts and Dependent Savings AccountsExperience with reportingMicrosoft Excel skillsA background in benefitsWorkday experienceAbout OMESThe Office of Management and Enterprise Services provides excellent service, expert guidance and continuous improvement in support of our partners’ goals. We are a highly qualified workforce committed to serve those who serve Oklahomans and make government run in the most efficient, innovative manner possible.OMES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information:Agency Contact