Employee Benefits Representative
Employee Benefits Representative
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$ 4766 - 6632
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:46663
Closing Date: 05/06/2025
Agency:Department of Central Management Services
Class Title:EMPLOYEE BENEFITS REPRESENTATIVE 13555
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4766/monthly ; Full Range $4766 $6632/monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC014
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
****** A RESUME IS RECOMMENDED ******
Posting ID # 46663
WHY WORK FOR ILLINOIS
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Department of Central Management Services (CMS) Bureau of Benefits is seeking to hire an Employee Benefits Representative for the Group Insurance Division. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills analytical abilities and be able to work well with both internal and external customers. This position offers the opportunity to assist and provide support to our state employees and retirees on employee benefit programs and procedures and other CMS administered programs within the Group Insurance Division. We invite all interested candidates to apply now!
POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Under general supervision of the Medicare Coordinator of Benefits (COB) Manager independently performs professional and technical duties for various State programs for the Local Government Health Plan (LGHP) the Teachers Retirement Insurance Program (TRIP) the College Insurance Program (CIP) the State Group Health and Life Insurance Programs and Retiree Healthcare.
Processes advanced technical transactions within the Membership System.
Analyzes and interprets Medicare rules and regulations on Department activities.
Develops training and/or onsite presentations in coordination with the unit manager on Medicare issues for state agencies and group insurance representatives.
Collaborates with other units within Membership Services to perform equal or lowerlevel related work which includes backlogs and phone coverage as it relates to Membership Services provided to members by the Group Insurance Division.
Performs other duties as assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of two 2 years of college
- Requires three years of work experience in insurance administration benefits administration or human resources.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prefers two 2 years of professional experience with employee benefit programs in matters pertaining to benefits claims and coverage guidelines.
- Prefers two 2 years of professional experience with group insurance membership and online enrollment systems.
- Prefers two 2 years of professional experience analyzing benefit claims and/or resolving account discrepancies.
- Prefers two 2 years of professional experience in a call center environment with a high volume of calls.
- Prefers one 1 year of professional experience with drafting correspondence and reports for customers and management.
- Prefers one 1 year of professional experience researching customer issues and providing appropriate resolutions and responses.
- Prefers two 2 years of professional experience working with computer hardware and software applications and office technology to provide assigned technical support services including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- This position requires the applicant to pass a background check.
- Overtime is a condition of employment and you may be required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled unscheduled or lastminute overtime.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
ABOUT THE AGENCY
Central Management Services (CMS) is the operational engine working behind the scenes to enable the States more than 60 agencies universities boards and commissions to deliver efficient reliable service to all Illinois citizens. The Agencys mission is to support the State by delivering innovative responsive and effective services that provide the best value for Illinois State government and the people it serves. Among the services CMS provides are human resources facilitation; benefits programs for employees retirees and local governments; property and facilities management; diversity initiatives for public contracting and State employment; joint purchasing support; vehicle oversight and support; surplus property programs; print and electronic communications services; and administrative hearings coordination.
STATE OF ILLINOIS BENEFITS
As a State of Illinois employee you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health life dental and vision plans.
Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).
10 25 days of paid vacation time annually 10 days for first year of state employment).
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
3 paid personal business days per year.
1314 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.
Deferred Compensation Program voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
Optional pretax programs Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: this opportunity appeals to you please apply today!
Work Hours: 8:30 AM 5:00 PM Monday Friday
Work Location: 801 S 7th St Springfield IL
CMS Human Resources
Agency Contact: Mahalia Davis
Email:
Phone #:
Job Family: Leadership & Management
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of the homepage in the blue ribbon.
NonState employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
NonState employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
