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Benefits Services Associate
Job Location:
Job Location:
Newark, DE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
8 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
5 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Overview
About the Role
The Benefits Services Associate administers and effectively communicates University Hospitals benefits programs ensuring compliance with State of New Jersey regulations and University Hospital policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
What Youll Do
- Administer employee benefits programs including medical dental vision prescription retirement and supplemental benefit plans.
- Process benefit enrollments changes terminations and payroll deductions accurately and in a timely manner.
- Counsel employees on health welfare and retirement benefits and conduct new hire benefits orientations.
- Maintain accurate electronic benefits records and perform audits to ensure data integrity and compliance.
- Serve as a liaison between employees payroll state agencies and third-party vendors to resolve benefits-related issues.
- Review and process retirement pension deferred compensation and reimbursement requests in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Monitor benefits eligibility and ensure compliance with State of New Jersey regulations IRS guidelines and University Hospital policies.
- Assist with employee communications benefits education initiatives wellness events and informational seminars.
- Utilize Banner and other HR systems to manage benefits data reporting and recordkeeping.
- Support departmental operations and contribute to a positive employee benefits experience.
Qualifications
What Youll Bring
- Bachelors degree required plus a minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in a computerized business environment with demonstrated customer service skills.
- At least one (1) year of experience in a Human Resources or benefits administration environment required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and staff.
- Demonstrated proficiency in spreadsheet and database management applications.
- Equivalent combinations of education experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
What We Offer
- Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development
In compliance with New Jerseys Pay Transparency Act the salary range for this position is YS/22S: Min-$66251; Mid-$79114; Max-$91979 annually. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates relevant work experience education and training key skills internal equity market data and organizational needs. The salary range provided is in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with the selected candidates experience qualifications and overall fit for the role.
About Us
University Hospital is one of the nations leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients regardless of their financial situation.
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We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community wed love to meet you.
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