Remote Benefits Administrator – Life, AD&D & Retirement

Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State is seeking a Benefits Administrator to join the HR Benefits team. This intermediate role focuses on life insurance, AD&D, survivor benefits, and retirement plan administration, serving employees, retirees, and vendors with accuracy and empathy.

The position offers a flexible work arrangement combining remote and on-campus work, with an emphasis on detail, discretion, and effective communication within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Interpret and apply policy, procedures, and plan provisions.
• Research and resolve problems involving multiple systems and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication, including complex information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Discretion handling confidential information.
• Collaborative approach with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee benefits records.

Responsibilities

• Administer life insurance and AD&D benefits.
• Administer death and survivor benefits.
• Manage life insurance and AD&D billing.
• Oversee vendor administration for life insurance and AD&D.
• Administer retirement plan programs.
• Handle general benefits administration tasks.

Skills

Policy interpretation

Problem resolution

Time management

Effective communication

Multi-stakeholder coordination

Data accuracy

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

Penn State is seeking a Benefits Administrator to join the HR Benefits team. This intermediate role focuses on life insurance, AD&D, survivor benefits, and retirement plan administration, serving employees, retirees, and vendors with accuracy and empathy.

The position offers a flexible work arrangement combining remote and on-campus work, with an emphasis on detail, discretion, and effective communication within a collaborative environment.