Benefits Manager

About the role

Human Resource Services (HRS) at Washington State University (WSU) aims to enhance the employment experience and satisfaction of faculty and staff through clear communication, outreach, engagement, and support. The Benefits Manager oversees all aspects of Benefits Administration at WSU, managing complex benefit issues, PEBB/Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) Benefits, and benefits staff. This role works closely with management to foster a collaborative and productive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and overall management and leadership in Benefits Administration
• Serve as a specialist for complex benefit issues and problems
• Manage and administer PEBB/Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) Benefits
• Manage benefits staff
• Work closely with management to foster a collaborative and productive workplace through open communication and promoting best practices

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and four (4) years of progressively responsible human resource experience in benefit programs, including retirement plans (defined benefit and defined contribution), health insurance, medical spending accounts, life insurance or long-term disability benefits
• At least one (1) year of supervisory experience facilitating employee growth and accountability through coaching and professional development
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying federal and state benefits regulations, rules, policies and procedures
• Demonstrated experience with vendor management
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, including conflict-resolution skills
• Demonstrated ability to interact with large groups and individuals at all work levels
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and software applications

Qualifications

• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise HRIS platforms or benefits administration modules (e.g., Workday, PeopleSoft, or Dayforce)
• Demonstrated experience in ensuring insurance eligibility components of Family Medical Leave and other leave programs
• Professional certification from a recognized human resource/personnel association
• HR experience in a higher education setting
• Experience with the state of Washington Public Employee Benefit Board benefits program
• Experience/Understanding of the state of Washington Paid Family Medical Leave program
• Experience in any of the following areas: classification, compensation, employee relations, labor relations, training and development, and medical leave and accommodation

Pay

Monthly Salary: $6,684 - $11,250 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Schedule

Based on the WSU Pullman campus in Pullman, Washington

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• Retail
• Deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
• Training and development
• Employee tuition waiver

Application Instructions

To apply visit - https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/details/Human-Resource-Consultant_R-14964