HR Benefits Consultant

UNCG; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina Greensboro is seeking a Benefits Consultant to support the administration and implementation of employee benefits programs. The role requires strong knowledge of benefits administration, compliance with laws, and excellent communication with faculty, staff, and benefit vendors.

Hybrid role with at least three days per week in Greensboro. Responsibilities include program administration, data analysis, and coordinating with IT and HR partners to ensure accurate and

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college or university.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in Benefits administration.
• Experience communicating and promoting benefits policies.
• Higher education or public service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and resolve data issues in the Empyrean platform.
• Coordinate with IT and vendors on file specifications.
• Advise HR partners on FML, leave, workers’ comp, and related cases.
• Provide employee consultations on benefits enrollment and retirement options.
• Assist in drafting policy and procedure documents for benefits administration.

Skills

Benefits administration

Policy interpretation

Employee counseling

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Four-year college degree

Tools

Banner ERP systems

Job description

Position Information

Position Number 013941

Functional Title HR Benefits Consultant

Position Type Administration - Staff

Position Eclass EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning

University Information Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with over 19,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land‑grant Universities, UNCG is a community‑engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The Department of Human Resources commits to the creation of a collaborative and responsive University by attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse community of talented individuals in support of the University’s mission. The Department is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art employee services including talent management, professional development and organizational capacity, compensation, employee benefits, wellness and work/life balance, rewards and recognition, records management, employee relations, and human resource information systems that promote innovation and creativity.

Position Summary

The University Human Resources Benefits Consultant plays a crucial role in supporting the administration and implementation of employee benefits programs at the university. This position requires a strong understanding of benefits administration, compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and excellent communication skills. This position will work closely with university stakeholders, employees, and benefit vendors to ensure effective and efficient delivery of benefits services. Tasks will include program administration, accounting functions, technical support, and team reinforcement.
NOTE : This position is designated as hybrid, requiring a minimum of three (3) days per week of in-person work at the assigned Greensboro office location.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from a four-year college or university and two years of progressively responsible experience in Benefits administration. Experience analyzing, interpreting, applying, communicating and promoting benefits related policies and procedures required. Excellent communication (written and oral) and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability in counseling employees, supervisors and other staff on retirement and other benefit related options. Experience in higher education or the public service sector preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• General knowledge of benefit programs including: retirement plans, Family Medical Leave, Workers’ Compensation, disability insurance, medical insurance and other insurance under IRC 125
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in the interpreation and application of benefit policies
• Proven ability to meet recurring deadlines and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner
• Outstanding customer service that shows empathy, cultivates an excellent rapport with employees and retirees, and an ability to communicate effectively with varying needs and level of comprehension
• Experience with Banner ERP systems for Universities

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants already in the pool are still being considered and do not need to reapply.

Recruitment Range

$53,000-$54,590

Organizational Information

Human Resources - 58401

Job Dates

Open Date 09/24/2026

Close Date 11/02/2026

Job Type

Permanent

Position Detail

1.000 FTE

12 Months per Year

Exempt

Key Responsibilities

Percentage Of Time 20

• Monitoring and resolving data issues in the Empyrean platform
• Resolving discrepancies in various benefit files including retirement, insurance, and other similar data files (e.g., NC Flex benefits)
• Coordinating file spec changes with IT and external vendors

Percentage Of Time 30

Researching and resolving complex employee issues

• Working with HR Business Partners on problematic FML , Workers’ Compensation, disability, and other such cases involving employees being out on a permanent or intermittent basis.
• Assisting General Counsel with records requests (e.g., public records, records for legal cases, etc.).
• Researching the intersections of complex FML and Workers’ Comp situations and developing options on returning employees to the workplace, accommodations that may be needed, coordination of benefits, etc.
• Resolving recordkeeping discrepancies and ensuring recordkeeping processes are reliabile (e.g., FML tracking, shared leave, etc.).
• Researching and resolving retirement correction issues.

Percentage Of Time 20

Employee Consultations

• Consult with employees separated due to RIF , and other involuntary separations informing them of benefit options including continuation of insurance, retirement options, etc.
• Provide consultations for non-standard retirements, including phased retirement.
• Consult with employees applying for disability benefits and assist them in getting the necessary documentation to apply for benefits.
• Serve as a resource for employees, addressing inquiries and concerns related to general benefits administration.

Percentage Of Time 20

Coordination with benefit vendors and TPA’s

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with benefit vendors, consultants, and third-party administrators.
• Coordinate with benefit vendors, consultants, and third-party administrators to ensure accurate and timely processing of enrollments, terminations, and claims
• Research and resolve non-standard issues regarding employee coverage, reporting, or other matters.
• Coordinate vendor communications to employees and virtual or on-campus visits.

Percentage Of Time 10

Other consultant responsibilities

• Support the needs of the Benefits Team with decisions related to sensitive and complex FML , Workers’ Compensation, disability, and other situations.
• Provide support in emotionally charged customer service interactions.
• Provide guidance on payroll related decisions around deductions and leave administration as needed.
• Assist in drafting policy and procedure on processes pertaining to benefits administration (e.g., leave polices, employee outprocessing, etc.)

ADA Checklist

R for Rare (0-30%), O for Occasional (30-60%), F for Frequent (60-90%), C for Constant (90-100%).

Physical Effort

Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Eye-hand coordination - F, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - C, Vision-Visual inspection - C, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Sitting - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - O

Work Environment Inside - C, Overtime - O

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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• * Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
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  • no
• * Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro?
  • Yes
  • No
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  (Open Ended Question)