HR Benefits Specialist

2 weeks ago

New York, United States The City University of New York (CUNY) Full time

**POSITION DETAILS**

Aligned with Baruch's strategic vision, the Office of Human Resources is committed to delivering exceptional HR services to applicants, faculty, staff, and retirees. We work closely with departments to attract, nurture, empower, and retain a diverse and skilled workforce, pivotal to Baruch's standing and achievements.

Baruch College is seeking a dynamic Human Resources professional dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and fostering positive work experiences for our employees. Reporting to the HR Manager of Benefits & Employee Services, the HR Benefits Specialist will play a crucial role in providing guidance and support in the areas of benefits, leave, and retirement administration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
**Day-to-Day Operations** : Manage the day-to-day operations within the HR/Benefits area.- **Relationship Building** : Foster effective working relationships with the management team and employees in assigned areas.**Consultation** : Provide advice and recommendations to management on personnel matters related to benefits, leaves, retirements, and records management. Suggest workflow improvements.**Data Management**: Compile, maintain, and interpret statistical data, develop manuals, guides, audio-visual aids, or other materials. Compose correspondence, reports, and proposals.**Communication** : Advise managers and employees on deadlines, rules, regulations, and other related information.**Intranet/Website**: Organize and prepare content for the monthly updates of the HR Website/Intranet and assist withspecial projects.**Benefits Tracking**: Develop and maintain tools to track and confirm new employee benefit enrollments and vesting cycles. Monitor employee and employer pension contributions to ensure accurate processing and completion of transactions.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

Bachelor's Degree and four years' related experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Strong knowledge of benefits administration, including health insurance, leave policies, and retirement plans.- Familiarity with CUNY rules and regulations, relevant employment laws, collective bargaining agreements, and Collegepolicies.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.- Proficiency in data management and analysis.- Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

**CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW**

Organizes and provides employee benefits programs for faculty and staff and coordinates benefits matters on behalf of a College or Unit.- Counsels and assists staff on employee benefits matters- Designs, creates, and conducts workshops and employee meetings related to benefits and benefits changes, including the annual open enrollment period- Administers College benefits, providing information to carriers, retirement systems, welfare funds, and others as needed, managing data accuracy and completeness- May coordinate complex programs, such as worker's compensation or leaves of absence- Compiles data, monitors benefits statistics, prepares required and ad hoc reports, and conducts routine periodic audits of data entry for the College, CUNY Central, and outside parties as needed- Represents the College at University benefits related meetings- Develops and maintains employee benefits manuals, newsletter, policy descriptions, and other needed materials; maintains benefits-related information on College web site- Maintains accurate, confidential employee records- Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: HR Benefits Specialist

**CUNY TITLE**

Higher Education Assistant

**FLSA**

Non-exempt

**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**

$82,929 - $86,646; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

**HOW TO APPLY**
- **This position is open to CUNY employees only**

**CLOSING DATE**

April 24, 2024

**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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