Benefits Services Specialist
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Job Location:
Milwaukee, WI - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 64718 - 80388
Posted on:
7 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
**THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT CITY OF MILWAUKEEEMPLOYEES ONLY**
Purpose
By assisting employeesand retirees with the enrollment process and in understanding their benefitsthe Benefits Services Specialist administersthe City of Milwaukees group life insurance program.
Essential Functions
MEMBERSHIP AND ENROLLMENT SERVICES
- Process enrollment applications for new and active employees; amend benefit coverage and beneficiaries as necessary.
- Assist in the facilitation of new employee and retirement workshops.
- Educate employees and retirees on the various components of the Citys group life insurance program.
- Assist with the Citys open enrollment period including fairs webinars mailings confirmation letters and other administrative work.
ADMINISTRATION AND COORDINATION
- Maintain records and databases to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
- Assist with the preparation of reports for management third-party administrators the Employee Retirement System (ERS) board and other City departments.
- Track bill and process payments for active employees and retirees who are billed directly for life insurance premiums.
- Generate bill and track payments received for the employers share of the premium.
- Run benefit enrollment reports for audit and verification purposes.
- Process billing and payments for other departmental purchases and expenditures.
We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities whoare interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during thehiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990 as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)of 2008.
Minimum Requirements
- Regular status as a City of Milwaukee employee having successfully completed a probationary period for a civil service position or status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed-term position.
- Associate degree in human resources public administration business or a related field from an accredited college.
- Two years of progressively responsible experience in insurance or similar benefits processing.
Equivalent combinations of education and experiencemay be considered.
NOTICE:Please do not attach your academic transcriptsto your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidateseducation as part of the background screening process prior to extending anyjob offers.
Knowledge Skills Abilities & Other Characteristics
Technical
- Ability to accurately administer the benefits program including reporting enrollment and tracking of data.
- Proficiency using standard computer software and programs such as Word Excel and databases.
- Ability to read interpret and apply information based upon work-related documents.
- Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
- Skill in proofreading documents for accuracy and for grammar punctuation and spelling.
Communication and Interpersonal
- Written communication skills to prepare accurate and effective written communications including executive summaries and communications to City staff and the ERS board.
- Verbal communication and presentation skills to clearly explain technical concepts.
- Customer service skills including the ability to be responsive and sensitive to the needs of employees.
- Ability to work and communicate effectively and positively with people whose backgrounds may differ from ones own.
Critical Thinking and Professionalism
- Analytical and problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
- Ability to effectively organize prioritize and accurately complete work assignments within deadlines.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Honesty integrity and the ability to serve as an effective steward of City resources.
Current Salary
The current salary range (Pay Range 5JN)is$62229-$77296annually and the resident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residents is$64718-$80388 will be made in accordance with the provisions ofthe City of Milwaukee Salary Ordinance.
Selection Process
THE SELECTION PROCESSwill be job-related and willconsist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of related educationexperience and accomplishments an evaluation of written communicationinterviews and/or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relationsand the Employes Retirement Service reserve the right to call only the mostqualified candidates to proceed in the selection process. Information from theselection process will be used to make a hiring decision. Selected candidateswill be transferred and/or promoted to the position.
INITIAL FILING DATE The selection process will beheld as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt ofapplications may be discontinued at any time after this date without priornotice. However recruitment may continue until the Citys needs have been applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the selection processat the time and place designated by the hiring authority.
NOTE:Transfer/Promotional Opportunities andPromotional Examinations are not open to Milwaukee Public Schools employees orto the public. Only current City of Milwaukee employees and civilian personnelin the MFD and MPD hired through a City Service Commission process who havesuccessfully passed a probationary period for a Civil Service position or whohave status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed-term position will beconsidered. Individuals with exempt provisional temporary or emergencyappointments are not eligible for transfer.
Additional Information
- APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting you would like assistance completing an application please contact the Department of Employee Relations at or
- The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall 200 E Wells St Room 706 Milwaukee WI 53202.
Conclusion
EEO 501
The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and isan equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
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