Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority is looking for a Benefits Coordinator (Human Resources Department) to administer PSTA’s employee benefits program to ensure governmental compliance and timely claims resolution.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for the administration and processing of enrollment, adjustments, and claims for employee and retiree group health, dental, vision, life and all other voluntary benefits programs.
- Maintain FleetNet HR Module and outside vendor records systems to reflect employee enrollments, plan changes, or terminations.
- Inform new employees about benefits options available to them, and expected costs of coverage. Deliver excellent customer service by responding to all employee telephone calls, emails, or face-to-face inquiries regarding benefit questions. Investigate claim discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Act as Plan Administrator and Retirement Coordinator for the Florida Retirement System (FRS).
- Perform insurance reconciliations between Finance Department and insurance carriers.
- Act as Drug and Alcohol Program Coordinator. Coordinate all drug screens, and supervise the Drug and Alcohol Programs of contractors. Maintain all information in the FleetNet HR Module, and prepare for annual Federal Audit Reports.
- Review group insurances and FRS operating procedures to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations. Recommend procedural changes to maintain compliance when necessary. Assist in contract renewal negotiations for all insurances.
- Develop, organize, and administer PSTA’s Wellness Program. Facilitate monthly meetings of the Wellness Committee. Develop and administer campaigns, and manage Wellness Committee budget.
- Administer the Deferred Compensation Program, and input any new or updated selections in the FleetNet HR Module.
- Administer COBRA for former employees.
- Coordinate Employee Assistance Program with contracted agencies.
- Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with H.I.P.A.A. and other laws.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Associate’s degree in Business Administration or Human Resources required. Prefer Bachelor’s degree and PHR Certification.
- Experience: At least (2) two years’ experience in Benefits Administration, or experience in Human Resources as a Generalist or Specialist. Familiarity with Florida Retirement System, and/or some counseling experience is helpful.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of: Insurance terminology and how the state law applies; claims resolution; accounting skills with strong spreadsheet formatting skills; MS Office Suite.
- Skilled in: Handling group insurance plans; effective oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; claims research skills; data entry skills; ten-key by sight; excellent employee customer relations skills.
- Abilities: Counsel and advise employees on benefits. Must have excellent customer service and communications skills.
SHIFT: Full/Part Time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
SALARY: $35,000 – $45,000 per year
PAY GRADE: 12 (Non-Exempt)
Must apply by August 1, 2013. Please submit an application to the Human Resources Department at:
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority
3201 Scherer Drive
St. Petersburg, FL 33716
E-mail: [email protected]
Online Application: Click Here
More information: http://www.psta.net/currentopenings.php#Benefits_Coordinator
