BENEFITS SPECIALIST

Loyola University Chicago

life insurance, 403(b)

United States, Illinois, Chicago

Feb 18, 2025

Position Details

Job Title	BENEFITS SPECIALIST
Position Number	8102066
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Non-Exempt
Campus	Chicago-Water Tower Campus
Department Name	HUMAN RESOURCES
Location Code	HUMAN RESOURCES: SYS & PROCESS (04600G)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	The Benefits Specialist is responsible for assisting with the management and administration of all Loyola's employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and retirement plans. Benefit Enrollment and Administration: Processing new hire enrollments, managing open enrollment periods, updating benefit information for employee status changes, and ensuring accurate deductions are taken from paychecks. Ensures the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the HRIS system to provide vendors with accurate eligibility and census information. Performs quality checks of benefits-related data. Employee Education and Communication: Providing clear information about benefits plans through presentations, webinars, and written materials, answering employee questions about coverage, eligibility and other general inquiries. Interprets benefit plan documents in response employee inquiries. Vendor Management and Claims Assistance: Assisting employees with resolving benefit claims issues, including contacting insurance providers to resolve issues. Monitor and review vendor performance for plan. Leave Management: Processes leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability and FMLA. Effectively interprets FMLA and ADA implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities. Compliance Management: Staying updated on federal and state regulations related to employee benefits, ensuring compliance with laws like FMLA, ADA, HIPAA and ERISA. Cost Analysis and Plan Evaluation: Analyzing benefit utilization data to recommend changes and adjustments to benefit plans. Other Duties: Provides necessary reports for allocation/billing charges and reconciles benefits billing statements. Coordinate COBRA process. Performs other related duties as assigned. May need travel to other campus locations.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Associate's degree in HR or related field, but experience and/or other training/certification may be substituted for the education. Two years' experience in HR and/or benefits administration.
Qualifications	Required Education and Experience: Associate's degree in HR or related field, but experience and/or other training/certification may be substituted for the education. Two years' experience in HR and/or benefits administration. Prior customer service experience. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Preferred Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field of study. SHRM, HRCI or CEBS certification credential.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	n/a
Computer Skills	Demonstrated experience with MS Office products, specifically Excel. Demonstrated experience with HRIS systems.
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	No
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	None
Open Date	02/17/2025
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$33.33/hr (~$65,000/ann)
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$30.77/hr (~$60,000/ann)
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago	Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here. As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all. Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/31131