Position Title

Benefits and Onboarding Specialist 0924-0008

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

$68,317-$69,817 Plus Generous Benefits Package

Job Description

Location:   
Erie 1 BOCES
Human Resources
E1B Education Campus
West Seneca, NY   

Annual Salary:  
$68,317
+  1,500 w/Masters Stipend
$69,817

Hours:
8:00AM - 4:00PM

Generous Benefits Package including but not limited to the following: Employment - Erie 1 BOCES

• 15 Paid annual Holidays
• Generous paid personal/sick time
• Generous paid vacation days
• Premium Health and Dental plans (E1B pays 85%)
• Life insurance at NO cost to you
• FSA plan
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• NYS Retirement System
• 403b AND 457 retirement plans

Job Responsibilities:

The work involves assisting in performing various activities in the areas of benefit administration and onboarding. Benefit administration includes, for employees and retirees, coordinating and communicating benefit plans, maintaining accurate enrollment records, and reconciling monthly invoices from vendors. Onboarding will include assisting in the creation and implementation of an onboarding process. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Coordinator. Supervision is not a function of this position. Does related work as required.

1. Assists in reviewing documentation to process benefit applications, enrollments and qualifying changes; submits to third-party administrators.
2. Provides explanation of benefits to employees and retirees including; health, dental, life, flexible spending, COBRA, deferred compensation, retirement
3. Performs various calculations including premium calculations and payroll deductions; communicates premium payment obligations to employees and retirees;
4. Prepares and maintains detailed databases and or spreadsheets to track benefit submissions and payments into benefit plans for retirees and employees.
5. Assists in the development and implementation of communication campaigns for benefit-related activities such as Open Enrollment, Benefit Fairs, and wellness activities; assists in the coordination and participates in benefit-related events.
6. Assists in the annual rollover of employee records, generates reports, reviews compensation and benefit allocations for accuracy in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.
7. Assists in the processing of various employment transactions utilizing paper forms or electronically submitted; collaborates with applicable staff on matters of HRIS capabilities
8. Assists by serving as liaison to Finance Services for benefit-related matters.
9. Reviews and reconciles invoices from insurance vendors with employee deductions.
10. Assists in the development and coordination of the onboarding process. Works with appropriate staff and HRIS to complete all aspects of onboarding.
11. Participates in reviewing, revising, developing and maintaining benefit-related policies and procedures.
12. May assist in the performance of audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and collective bargaining agreements

 

Civil Service Title

Benefits and Onboarding Specialist

Job Qualifications

Minimum Civil Service Qualifications:

A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years of professional personnel experience; or;

B) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s Degree and four (4) years of professional personnel experience; or;

C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).

 

Additional Qualifications:

• Must take upcoming Erie County Civil Service exam for Benefits and Onboarding Specialist once announced
• Good knowledge of the principles and practices of office management
• Ability to operate an automated database
• Ability to deal with the public
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; Initiative
• Good judgment; Tact; Resourcefulness

 

 

Application Procedure

Please apply online by completing the following steps:

1. Click Apply below and log in to your account in Recruitfront or create an account.
2. Complete and submit the correct application type, SCHOOL RELATED PERSONNEL, and THEN
3. Apply directly to the job posting.

You will receive an email from Recruitfront stating that you have applied.  

Special Notes:  

When responding to or inquiring about this Notice of Vacancy, please refer to the Posting Number noted above.
Requests for reasonable accommodations at the interview under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be submitted in writing to the ADA Coordinator (Director, Human Resources) at least 48 hours prior to the interview.   

PLEASE NOTE- Erie 1 BOCES has transitioned COMPLETELY to the RecruitFront platform for all open positions.  Once you complete your application within the system, you will be able to apply for any vacant positions within the District in the future.

Studies show that women and members of some groups are more likely to underestimate their qualifications for a position. At Erie 1 BOCES we are on a journey to create a more inclusive and equitable organization, which includes our commitment to shape a more inclusive and diverse work and school community. We recognize that a diverse representation in our organization is an essential step. Applicants who identify with a historically underrepresented group, including but not limited to BIPOC (Black/African American, Indigenous/Native American, Persons of Color), Hispanic/Latina, LGBTQ+, Women, and/or individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Job Category

Administrative

Job Location

Education Campus

Additional Information