Saginaw ISD
Benefits Coordinator
Saginaw ISD, Saginaw, Michigan, United States, 48607
*POSITION TITLE: * Benefits Coordinator *CLASSIFICATION: * Administration/Non-Bargaining *DEPARTMENT: * Human Resources
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Administration/Non-Bargaining.One (1) Full-time position, 261-day position.Salary: $58,257 - $61,206Competitive compensation package with salary commensurate with the education and experience of the candidate. A one-year contract with provisions for annual review and evaluation. A fringe benefit package is offered, which includes health, dental, vision, life, and long term disability insurances.
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the supervision and direction of the Director of Human Resources, this position is responsible for coordinating employee benefit programs, such as health, dental, life, disability and supplemental insurance in accordance with insurance carrier requirements, master agreement language and state and federal regulations. Plans, coordinates and implements the annual open enrollment process for both SISD and applicable local districts, and, where necessary, initiates informational meetings and presentations to educate employees on new and changing benefit programs. Coordinates operations and efficiencies of benefits administration between benefits, payroll, and human resources. Provides service to SISD and local district employees in the area of fringe benefits and employment information as per contractual agreement.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Responsible for plan administration of employee benefit programs for both SISD and applicable local districts including but not limited to health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance and retirement. 2. Provide assistance and guidance to staff in interpreting employee benefits and related policies/procedures including retirement, insurance, COBRA eligibility, IRS section 125 health and dependent care reimbursement, and any other available employee benefits. Assist in preparing and presenting benefit plan information and/or change materials. 3. Administer and process all new employee benefits, including new hire benefit enrollment applications and related documentation in accordance with relevant policies and rules; review completeness and accuracy of benefit applications and documentation. 4. Utilize district software system (Skyward) in order to process the appropriate insurance payroll deductions including insurance enrollments, changes, terminations, and open enrollment. 5. Participate in new employee orientation sessions for all staff, presenting benefit choice options and assisting with completion of forms. 6. Administer the open enrollment process for annual and special open enrollment periods for both the SISD and applicable local districts; schedule and conduct open enrollment meetings/information sessions and process insurance applications and changes/adjustments generated through the open enrollment process. 7. Coordinate with the payroll department during open enrollment/new hire processes to insure accuracy of payroll deductions related to insurance premiums. 8. Audit and reconcile monthly insurance invoices for accuracy and process monthly payment to vendors through the business office, in a timely manner; maintain census data for plans. 9. Utilize online programs, if available, through various insurance companies for employee enrollment, updates/changes and terminations. 10. Communicate, via phone, e-mails or meetings, with insurance companies and providers to resolve employee enrollment and/or claims issues/questions/concerns. Prepare insurance/employment verification letters as needed. 11. Oversee the maintenance of updated benefit information resources on the SISD web page. 12. May be involved in the preparation, collection and compilation of statistical and other
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Administration/Non-Bargaining.One (1) Full-time position, 261-day position.Salary: $58,257 - $61,206Competitive compensation package with salary commensurate with the education and experience of the candidate. A one-year contract with provisions for annual review and evaluation. A fringe benefit package is offered, which includes health, dental, vision, life, and long term disability insurances.
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the supervision and direction of the Director of Human Resources, this position is responsible for coordinating employee benefit programs, such as health, dental, life, disability and supplemental insurance in accordance with insurance carrier requirements, master agreement language and state and federal regulations. Plans, coordinates and implements the annual open enrollment process for both SISD and applicable local districts, and, where necessary, initiates informational meetings and presentations to educate employees on new and changing benefit programs. Coordinates operations and efficiencies of benefits administration between benefits, payroll, and human resources. Provides service to SISD and local district employees in the area of fringe benefits and employment information as per contractual agreement.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Responsible for plan administration of employee benefit programs for both SISD and applicable local districts including but not limited to health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance and retirement. 2. Provide assistance and guidance to staff in interpreting employee benefits and related policies/procedures including retirement, insurance, COBRA eligibility, IRS section 125 health and dependent care reimbursement, and any other available employee benefits. Assist in preparing and presenting benefit plan information and/or change materials. 3. Administer and process all new employee benefits, including new hire benefit enrollment applications and related documentation in accordance with relevant policies and rules; review completeness and accuracy of benefit applications and documentation. 4. Utilize district software system (Skyward) in order to process the appropriate insurance payroll deductions including insurance enrollments, changes, terminations, and open enrollment. 5. Participate in new employee orientation sessions for all staff, presenting benefit choice options and assisting with completion of forms. 6. Administer the open enrollment process for annual and special open enrollment periods for both the SISD and applicable local districts; schedule and conduct open enrollment meetings/information sessions and process insurance applications and changes/adjustments generated through the open enrollment process. 7. Coordinate with the payroll department during open enrollment/new hire processes to insure accuracy of payroll deductions related to insurance premiums. 8. Audit and reconcile monthly insurance invoices for accuracy and process monthly payment to vendors through the business office, in a timely manner; maintain census data for plans. 9. Utilize online programs, if available, through various insurance companies for employee enrollment, updates/changes and terminations. 10. Communicate, via phone, e-mails or meetings, with insurance companies and providers to resolve employee enrollment and/or claims issues/questions/concerns. Prepare insurance/employment verification letters as needed. 11. Oversee the maintenance of updated benefit information resources on the SISD web page. 12. May be involved in the preparation, collection and compilation of statistical and other