Senior Benefits Specialist

The UPMC Corporate Benefits team is hiring a Senior Benefits Specialist. This is full-time position that primarily works daylight hours, Monday through Friday, in a hybrid work schedule.

In this role, the Senior Benefits Specialists will perform detailed and complex technical and specialized work involved in the administration of welfare benefits via the Human Resource Information System. They will interpret and ensure the administration of UPMC employer benefits in accordance with the Summary Plan Description and any applicable laws, contractual arrangements and corporate policy.

Our ideal candidate has experience working with shared services such as HRIS, payroll and compensation. Additionally, they are highly technical and someone who enjoys manipulating data sets to ensure accuracy and identify trends. If this sounds like you, apply online today for your chance to join the team!

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the maintenance of the HRIS database as it pertains to the proper administration for the UPMC retirement and benefit programs as assigned. Advises management on issues and trends as related to the use of the system. Applies systems knowledge and functionality when researching and correcting complex systems related issues.
• Coordinates the testing, and oversees the implementation of upgrades, modifications, and customizations to the HRIS benefits application.
• Create data files as needed for the annual reports, management reporting, statistics, and for ad hoc purposes.?
• Serves as key contact with recordkeeper/administrator on data issues, electronic data transfers, employee inquiries, reporting requirements, and other plan administrative functions.
• Takes the lead in major projects within the benefits area to redesign current processes, procedures, and programs. Consistently evaluate current operations to ensure the efficient compliant operations of the unit.
• Assists with training of new department personnel on all departmental procedures, customer service and plans for which the department is responsible as assigned.
• Assists with development of benefit communications, review of SPD changes, intranet and HRIS updates as needed.?
• Coordinates, implements and conducts open enrollment program.
• Duties include but are not limited to: train and assist staff and Human Resource Representatives on new plans, programs, changes, etc; develop test cases and coordinate testing of My HUB, work with HRIS and IS on all developmental activities.
• Coordinates the development and tracking of changes associated with open enrollment program. Duties include but are not limited to: development and maintenance of benefit program and Infonet change matrix, review and updating of display information in My HUB.
• Coordinate and work on the development of open enrollment materials as needed based on the changes being implemented.
• Keeps abreast of changes to IRS code, ERISA legislation and tax law to ensure that UPMC plans are compliant.
• Responsible for the successful implementation of the UPMC programs for acquired or merged entities on the HRIS database (PeopleSoft) and recordkeeper/administrator; specific duties as necessary and assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field required and 5 years of progressive experience in employee benefits and/or retirement required with a focus on health and/or welfare plan administration, auditing and compliance required.
  • OR High School Diploma/GED and 7 years of progressive experience in employee benefits and/or retirement required with a focus on health and/or welfare plan administration, auditing, and compliance required.
• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of computerized Human Resource Information Systems, specifically Peoplesoft required

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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