Senior Benefits Coordinator

Buffalo State University; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo State University seeks a Benefits Coordinator to join the Human Resources team. You will administer NYSHIP health insurance, SUNY retirement plans, and leaves of absence, ensuring compliance with bargaining agreements and Civil Service rules.

The role requires meticulous data handling and the ability to interpret complex guidelines across many employment types. You will manage time and attendance, support employee engagement initiatives, maintain benefit records, and serve as a liaison

Qualifications

• Demonstrated benefits administration experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including spreadsheets.
• Working knowledge of state and federal employment and labor relations regulations and laws.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to monitor, analyze and use relevant data.
• Ability to prioritize and self-manage in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Administer the State’s health insurance program ( NYSHIP ) including enrollment meetings and changes.
• Administer multiple retirement plans and guidance on supplemental plans.
• Administer various leave programs and audit time and attendance records.
• Administer the tuition benefit programs available to employees.
• Develop and disseminate benefits information via newsletters, websites, and webinars.
• Maintain accurate benefit, retirement, and leave records in SUNY systems.
• Oversee documents related to benefits and leaves administration with data security.
• Develop positive working relationships with employees, Civil Service, insurers, and unions.
• Plan and execute onboarding and wellness events to engage employees.

Skills

Benefits administration

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Communication skills

Labor relations knowledge

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Buffalo State University seeks a Benefits Coordinator to join the Human Resources team. You will administer NYSHIP health insurance, SUNY retirement plans, and leaves of absence, ensuring compliance with bargaining agreements and Civil Service rules.

The role requires meticulous data handling and the ability to interpret complex guidelines across many employment types. You will manage time and attendance, support employee engagement initiatives, maintain benefit records, and serve as a liaison