Benefits Specialist at Hunterdon Health Care System – Flemington, New Jersey

The Benefits Specialist provides customer service to employees regarding pension, 403(b), health benefits, and other benefits within the organization. This position is responsible for timely and accurately processing all benefits transactions. The Benefits Specialist assists in managing employee benefit plan administration through education, communication, and managing special projects throughout the year.

This is a hybrid position, requiring at least 2–3 days per week in the office, after the training period is completed.

During the 3–6-month training period, the position will be in the office 5 days per week.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Ensure data integrity of benefit enrollments, including the maintenance of electronic transfers of data/files.

2. Process benefits transactions timely and accurately while providing a high level of customer service to employees.

3. Calculate benefit premiums and reconcile monthly billing statements.

4. Administer Wellness Rewards Program and Wellness Challenges.

5. Promotes communication, education, inclusion, and engagement initiatives.

6. Manage the tuition and certification reimbursement program and policies.

7. Provides support to the LOA benefit payments/COBRA process and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field

Minimum Years of Experience:

Required:

Without a degree, 3 years of experience in benefits or related HR functions

With a degree, 1–2 years of experience in benefits or related HR functions

Preferred:

None

License, Registry or Certification:

Required: None

Preferred: HR Certification: PHR or SHRM-CP

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Required:

• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented nature with emphasis on accuracy in keying transactions.
• Knowledge of commonly used benefit concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and achieve results in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Familiarity with Google Suite.

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of various benefit plan types, including retirement plans and health and welfare.
• Experience with UKG Workforce Manager.

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include, but not be limited to, medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.

The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).