Benefits Counselor (Repost)

Job Responsibilities

The Benefits Counselor is responsible for providing comprehensive support and guidance to employees regarding institutional benefits, retirement programs, payroll-related processes, and employee wellness initiatives. This position assists with New Hire Orientation, counsels both new and current employees on PEBA Insurance and Retirement Benefits, ensures compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) by monitoring the submission and approval of weekly timesheets, and supports the implementation of employee education programs. The role requires interpreting and communicating policies, procedures, and regulations related to benefits administration, retirement programs, leave management, and timekeeping practices. The Benefits Counselor monitors compliance with applicable federal, state, and institutional regulations and assists with audits, reporting requirements, and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and customer service.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and professional experience in insurance or retirement programs.
• Direct experience with administering PEBA insurance and retirement benefits (if applicable).
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to review written materials and financial information and detect discrepancies.
• Ability to multitask and organize/process a large volume of work with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to read, interpret, understand, and explain policies, procedures, regulations, and statutes.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications: Direct experience with administering PEBA insurance and retirement benefits.

Skills

The Benefits Counselor is expected to provide professional, responsive, and customer-focused service while fostering positive working relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, and external stakeholders in support of the mission and goals of Midlands Technical College.

Benefits

• For State Employees: The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
• Insurance Benefits: Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
• Retirement Benefits: State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
• Workplace Benefits: State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Pay

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type.

Schedule

Midlands Technical College is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for employment opportunities. Are you currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship?

Additional Information

• Do you possess a bachelor's degree and professional experience in insurance or retirement programs?
• Do you have experience administering PEBA insurance and/or retirement benefits? If yes, please briefly describe your experience.
• Please provide a brief description of your Excel experience.
• Required documents: CV/resume. I understand that if I did not attach my resume to my application, my application is considered incomplete.
• If selected for this position, will you be able to provide your official transcript(s) within 20 days of your hire date?
• Have you been employed at Midlands Technical College? If yes, when?
• Please provide the names of any relatives that are employed by Midlands Technical College.
• How did you hear about this position?
• Supplemental Questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.