"Employee Benefits Coordinator"

Position Summary

The Benefits Coordinator acts as the liaison between the employee and the health, welfare and retirement programs. In this role, the Benefits Coordinator is responsible for processing a high volume of benefit related transactions (enrollments, changes, retirements, etc.) and must be highly organized with great attention to detail while ensuring strict adherence to Department of Civil Service, SUNY and New York State plan protocols for processing.

Duties

• Process health insurance transactions and retirement plan enrollments.
• Conduct new employee orientation and initiate follow up to ensure timely receipt of enrollment forms.
• Provide high level customer service in person or by phone to assist employees with benefit related questions and issues.
• Act as a liaison between insurance carriers and employees to assist with resolution of complex issues.
• Assist with processing tuition reimbursements.
• Process and approve enrollments into the retirement plan offerings.
• Keep abreast of changes in plan offerings and make necessary updates/revision to information shared with employees.
• Conduct conferences with employees pending retirement.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. At least 1 year of Human Resources and/or Employee Benefits administration experience. Strong customer service, writing, problem-solving skills. Ability to interpret and explain complex information. Strong computer and spreadsheet skills. Strong attention to detail. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or Health-care Administration or related field. SHRM Certification. Prior experience effectively working in a high volume benefits area conducting all facets of benefits administration; public sector experience, specifically public sector retirement and benefits.

Special Notes

Resume/CV should be included with the online application. This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date.

Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises. All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements: Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services, Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references, Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen, Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings, Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280.

Anticipated Pay Range

The salary range for this position is $49,000 - $60,000 / year. Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.