Benefits Coordinator

Benefits Coordinator Position: Benefits Coordinator Status: Non-Exempt; Full-Time Salary: Grade 08, Step 01-15, $28.75/HR - $40.25/HR Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Certifications/Licenses Required: N/A SUMMARY: The City of Chicopee's - Human Resources is hiring a Benefits Coordinator to perform professional and administrative work supporting current and former City and School employees in the daily administration of the City's benefits programs. This full-time, non-exempt position is responsible for benefits enrollment and changes, billing and reconciliation, employee and retiree support, compliance, reporting, open enrollment, and coordination with benefit carriers and administrators. The position handles confidential personnel, benefits, and medical information and is expected to maintain accuracy, timeliness, discretion, and responsive service. ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE: Administer employee and retiree benefit enrollments, qualifying life-event changes, coverage adjustments, cancellations, and terminations in accordance with M.G.L. c. 32B and other applicable requirements. Reconcile insurance accounts and benefit-related payroll deductions on a regular basis; research and resolve discrepancies and ensure approved changes are accurately reflected in applicable systems and carrier records. Review and reconcile applicable deductions associated with Chicopee Contributory Retirement and the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (MTRS), as assigned. Provide benefits orientation, education, and responsive assistance to employees, retirees, managers, and other authorized stakeholders regarding available benefits, enrollment processes, eligibility, and administrative requirements. Investigate and resolve benefit administration issues with insurance carriers, third-party administrators, payroll, retirement systems, and other appropriate parties. Plan, coordinate, and administer open enrollment processes for active employees and retirees, including communications, enrollment activity, record maintenance, and follow-up. Assist employees by transitioning into retirement with benefit-related requirements and coordination involving Medicare and other applicable coverage requirements. Prepare and maintain accurate benefits, reconciliation, and financial reports for Human Resources, Auditing, Treasurer's, and other authorized departments or agencies. Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential benefit records, files, correspondence, and supporting documentation in accordance with applicable retention, privacy, and confidentiality requirements. QUALIFICATIONS An Associate's Degree in Business, Human Resources or in another related field, with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in Benefits Administration. - Required Or a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in Benefits Administration. Or an equitable combination of education and/or experience that enables performance of all aspects of this position. MUNIS experience. - Preferred Municipal and/or Public Administration experience. - Preferred BENEFITS The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which include the following: Recurring Sick Time, Vacation, Thirteen Holidays Per Year, Retirement Plan, and more...