(Hybrid) Benefits Specialist Senior - Talent and Culture

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University is seeking a Senior Benefits Specialist to manage retirement programs and vendor relationships. The role involves coordinating benefits administration, counseling employees, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This position offers generous benefits and a focus on work-life balance.

Benefits

37.5-hour work week

13 paid holidays

24 vacation days per year

18 sick days per year

Range of health insurance options

401(a) retirement savings with a 6% employer match

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience with retirement plans and benefit administration.
• Knowledge of IRS, ACA, ERISA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer WVU's retirement plans.
• Develop strategies for retirement benefits program.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

Skills

Employee Counseling

Vendor Relationship Management

Compliance Knowledge

Job description

Description

The Department of Talent and Culture at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Benefits Specialist Senior.

About the Opportunity

Under the direction of the Director of Benefits and Compensation, the Senior Benefits Specialist will have primary responsibility for retirement programs, WVU benefit program support, vendor relationship management, and longevity program. This role involves coordinating and administering all aspects of WVU's retirement plans, counseling employees, and supporting benefit administration.

We value work-life balance and offer generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays
• 24 vacation days per year
• 18 sick days per year
• Range of health insurance options
• 401(a) retirement savings with a 6% employer match
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

Design, Research, and Implementation

• Develop strategies for WVU Retirement Benefits Program objectives and implement in coordination with leadership.
• Identify future retirement trends and concerns.
• Research, forecast, and generate reports on retirement data.
• Develop and present educational sessions and enrollment materials.
• Review and verify retirement calculations and data.
• Maintain current and accurate retirement web content.
• Coordinate with vendors to resolve employee questions.

Administer University Retirement Programs

• Serve as primary contact for retirement requirements and processes.
• Coordinate supplemental retirement account activities and communicate IRS changes.
• Provide guidance to employees and participate in committees.

Compliance

• Stay updated on relevant regulations (IRS, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA).
• Ensure compliance and maintain documentation.
• Propose changes based on legal updates.

Vendor Relationship Management

• Collaborate with vendors to ensure effective programs.
• Resolve issues and recommend improvements.

Supporting Other Benefit Programs

• Provide expertise for Years of Service validation.
• Manage longevity payment processes and communications.
• Serve as a resource for benefits programs and support communication and education efforts.