BENEFITS ANALYST 3 in DISABILITY - RASC

Position Summary The Benefits Analyst 3 manages complex retirement and pension cases, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements in Disability. This role requires strong analytical skills, judgment, and the ability to resolve non‑standard issues with minimal guidance. The BA3 provides subject matter expertise, supports process improvements, and serves as a resource and mentor to analysts. This is a hybrid position based in Oakland, California. Key Responsibilities Reviews, validates, and processes complex member applications and documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance. Processes applications related to retirement, survivor/beneficiary, insurance, and disability benefits. Resolves escalated or non‑standard issues, applying policies and exercising judgment with minimal supervision. Ensures data integrity across retirement systems, performing advanced analysis to identify and correct discrepancies. Provides in‑depth counseling to members on retirement and pension inquiries, explaining complex benefits information clearly. Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to improve processes, implement solutions, and share best practices. Required Qualifications Minimum 5 years experience in Benefits, Pension Plans, or other relevant roles. Advanced expertise in retirement and pension benefits administration, including defined benefit plans and complex eligibility rules. Strong ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ERISA, IRS, UC policies). Highly skilled in analyzing complex data and trends to support decision‑making and improve program effectiveness. Excellent communication and counseling skills, with the ability to convey complex benefits information clearly to diverse audiences. Strong skills in payroll, calculations, Excel, compliance, and audit. Proven ability to independently manage multiple priorities and resolve escalated issues in a fast‑paced, service‑oriented environment. Ability to mentor, train, and support colleagues, fostering knowledge sharing and team development. Demonstrated capacity to influence process improvements and contribute to organizational excellence. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of UCRP plan rules and regulations. Close interactions with Policy, UCPath, campuses, and Benefit Accounting. Direct experience administering or analyzing disability benefit programs (e.g., Long‑Term Disability), including managing complex cases such as denials and appeals. Experience working with external insurance vendors and interpreting medical or eligibility determinations, aligning them with internal policy and program requirements. Experience conducting eligibility determinations and drafting or supporting formal determination and denial communications. Familiarity with how disability benefits intersect with retirement and survivor benefits, including specialized populations. Education Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience or training. Salary and Benefits Grade 21, pay scale: $93,000 - $103,800. Benefits: comprehensive package (visit Benefits of Belonging). EEO Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California Office of the President