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Benefits Administration Consultant III

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Kaiser Permanente

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Data
    People, HR & Administration
  • Colorado Springs

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's in HR, Business, or related field and 3 years in benefits administration or data analytics, or equivalent experience in a related field.
  • You will assess benefit needs, research plan designs, implement changes, ensure compliance, and collaborate with vendors to enhance benefits administration.

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, Social or other sciences, Public Administration or related field and three (3) years experience in benefits administration, data analytics, or a directly related field. Additional equivalent work experience in a directly related field may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Responsibilities

  • Conducts needs assessments for benefit plan design by compiling plan provisions; analyzing collective bargaining agreements; and collaborating with Total Rewards strategy team to ensure thoroughness of assessments.
  • Conducts benefits plan research in alignment with needs assessment results, changes in regulations or legislation, collective bargaining activity, and other business needs by researching and summarizing alternatives in benefits plan designs; and developing analysis frameworks and methodologies to examine the impacts of competing options and alternatives.
  • Revises and/or designs portions of benefits plans or plan features as they relate to newly implemented plan provisions.
  • Implements new benefit plans and/or changes to existing benefits plans by participating on departmental teams to ensure successful plan implementation; partnering with other departments or functions, as necessary; and identifying and escalating issues for resolution.
  • Supports and executes benefits plan documentation, reporting, and compliance by participating in the annual documentation of employee benefit plans; supporting the collection and analysis of data for mandatory filings; identifying and requesting data for compliance testing; identifying and researching complex compliance errors; recommending correction methodologies; participating on cross-functional teams including external consultants and counsel to implement and/or perform remediation or corrective actions to maintain plan compliance; responding to information requests from outside agencies or auditors; interpreting benefit provisions and fact scenarios; and maintaining administrative system of record.
  • Maintains relationships with outside vendors and/or consultants by working directly with external teams to ensure departmental goals are achieved; and supporting process improvement initiatives.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Benefits Administration Consultant III position?

The primary responsibility is the administration of pension-related employee benefits program analysis, reporting, and compliance, which includes conducting research, needs assessments, and ensuring accurate and timely compliance with all pension operations activities.

What are the essential responsibilities associated with this job?

Essential responsibilities include conducting needs assessments for benefit plan design, conducting benefits plan research, revising or designing portions of benefits plans, implementing new benefit plans, supporting benefits plan documentation and compliance, and maintaining relationships with outside vendors.

What is the required educational background for this position?

A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field is required, along with three years of experience in benefits administration, data analytics, or a directly related field.

Is experience in a directly related field acceptable in lieu of the degree requirement?

Yes, additional equivalent work experience in a directly related field may substitute for the degree requirement.

Where is the primary place of work for this position?

The primary location is in Colorado Springs, Colorado, specifically at the Colorado Springs Administrative Offices.

What are the normal working hours for this job?

The working hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This position is full-time.

What kind of support does the role provide regarding compliance and reporting?

The role supports and executes benefits plan documentation, reporting, and compliance by participating in the annual documentation of employee benefit plans and ensuring compliance with mandatory filings and testing.

Are there opportunities for collaboration in this role?

Yes, the role involves collaboration with the Total Rewards strategy team, departmental teams, and outside vendors or consultants to ensure successful implementation and compliance of benefit plans.

Does Kaiser Permanente promote diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices?

Yes, Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, considering all applicants without regard to various protected statuses.

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Science & Healthcare
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10,001+
Employees
1945
Founded Year

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