Benefits Administrator

Overview Denver Public Schools provided pay range. This range is provided by Denver Public Schools. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $65,296.00/yr - $78,354.00/yr You must apply directly to the DPS job board to be considered by the Hiring Manager: Applications will be received until October 15, 2025 . If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. About this job Provides full service benefits administration support in establishing, maintaining and updating employee benefit programs for District employees, including health insurance, dental and vision, life and retirement, and wellness plans. Researches and resolves escalated benefit concerns or discrepancies. What DPS Offers You A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. Salary Range : $65,296 - $78,354 In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources page. What You’ll Do Administers benefits, including but not limited to: long term disability, life insurance, health insurance, Health Care Flexible Spending Account, dental and vision, Dependent Care Assistance Spending Accounts and Tax Sheltered Annuity programs, and leaves of absence for all eligible employees and retirees. Assesses and gives advice to supervisors and managers on methods and approaches to resolving employee benefit problems; counsels employees and management and resolves potentially sensitive benefit-related questions and problems. Ensures that programs are carried out in accordance with company\'s policies and procedures. Explains and interprets more complex aspects of company insurance programs to employees and dependents. Works with insurance carriers to resolve employee problems in obtaining benefits. Establishes and maintains records/files of all insurance program participants; consistently ensures the accuracy, confidentiality and security of all benefit records. Responds to inquiries from both active employees and retirees, verifying eligibility status; interprets employee benefit group contracts and enters benefits data into HRIS system; initiates or responds to inquiries in person, via phone or by email. Composes correspondence, reports, memoranda, meeting agendas and other documents. Interprets basic understanding of employee group benefit contracts; escalates specific questions on issues to more senior staff. Assists in the benefits Open Enrollment process. What You’ll Need High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor\'s Degree or relevant work experience preferred. One to three (1-3) years of experience in human resources, with benefits administration experience strongly preferred. Experience with HRIS databases preferred. Knowledge with Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office products. Effective time management and organizational skills. Strong attention to detail. Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines. The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance. Works collaboratively with others on a team as well as with District staff at all levels. High degree of integrity in handling confidential information. Knowledge of Federal and State regulations concerning ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, 401(k)Medicare, FLMA, 403 plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, annuity programs retiree medical insurance preferred. Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education. Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position. Equal Opportunity Employer and nondiscrimination notice: Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun #J-18808-Ljbffr