HR Coordinator - Benefits

POSITION DETAILS

The HR Benefits Coordinator will assist the Benefits Manager in responding to requests for pension, health and welfare

benefits information. S/he will assist in research and preparation of information for reports such as the FIS 39, Military Service

Leave, ORP Suspension Listing, Arrears, and Manual City Payroll Adjustments. They will also conduct benefit orientations and

end of employment exit interviews, when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• At least two years of related work experience

• Strong Excel and Access skills which includes creating and analyzing spreadsheets

• Effective writing, editing, interpersonal communication, and presentation skills

• Detail-oriented and accurate with strong critical analysis, evaluation, organization, and research skills

• Professional integrity to work discreetly on sensitive assignments and manage confidential information.

• Customer-focused with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication and relationship-building skills to

appreciate the value of others and work effectively and collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders

• Dependable with effective organizational, time management and priority setting skills to manage multiple

assignments and meet deadlines

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word Excel, Outlook, etc.), and remote/virtual meeting/conferencing

and collaboration tools (MS Teams, Zoom, etc.).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least three to five years of related work experience is preferred

• Knowledge and understanding of employee benefits plans, practices, procedures, and documentation

• Familiar with collective bargaining contractual provisions including knowledge of relevant Federal and State laws

• Proficiency using PeopleSoft based HRIS, administrative, and financial systems, databases, HCMs and other related

HR/ERP programs

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Administers employee benefits programs for faculty and staff, assists in overall benefit administration, and provides

employees with information regarding benefits.

• Counsels and assists staff on employee benefits matters

• Conducts workshops as part of new employee orientation on benefits matters

• Administers selected benefits, such as COBRA coverage

• Serves as a liaison to insurance carriers, retirement systems, welfare funds, and University Benefits office

• Coordinates benefits processing in Payroll systems and other University systems

• Prepares reports for College administration

• Assists in updating materials and web pages for employee use

• Maintains accurate, confidential employee records

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: HR Benefits Coordinator

CUNY TITLE

Assistant to Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience: $54,268 - $57,517

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.

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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.

Job ID

28289

Location

Bronx Community College