Benefits Specialist - Human Resources

Benefits Specialist - Human Resources

Join Our Campus Community!

Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values.

Why Choose Us?

At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

JOB PURPOSE:

This entry-level role supports the University of Wyoming's employee benefits administration and leave management functions by assisting with daily operations, employee communication, accurate record keeping, and facilitating new employee orientation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Benefits Administration

• Coordinate daily administration of benefit programs, including eligibility, enrollment, premium billing when necessary, and open enrollment.
• Communicate benefit information to employees, promote wellness initiatives, and provide guidance on insurance eligibility, life events, and coverage adjustments.
• Maintain accurate benefit records, and update partner platforms; generate reports and ensure data integrity.
• Serve as the primary contact for employees, supervisors, payroll, and state partners, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Leave Management

• Coordinate and determine appropriate team referral to leave types (FMLA, ADA, LWOP, sabbatical, workers' compensation).
• Verify eligibility, coordinate and authorize appropriate leave, calculate duration, and ensure compliance with federal/state leave laws.

Employee Support & Orientation

• Facilitate New Employee Orientation, ensuring clear communication of eligibility, enrollment deadlines, plan options, and required documentation.

Compliance & Reporting

• Process workers' compensation claims; ensure timely intake, documentation, submission, and necessary follow-up.
• Coordinate and monitor unemployment claims in a timely and accurate manner.
• Process tuition waiver applications and support documents for eligible employees in accordance with program guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: 1 years work-related experience. HR Certification preferred.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred Bachelor's in Human Resources. Experience delivering presentations or facilitating training sessions, such as New Employee Orientation. Prior experience in higher education. Ability to interpret policies and procedures and explain them clearly to employees and supervisors. Customer service skills. Familiarity with employee benefit and leave programs or a strong willingness to learn complex regulatory requirements.

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 1. Cover letter 2. Resume or C.V. 3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 6/10/2026 will receive full consideration.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.