Benefits Coordinator

Benefits Coordinator We’re looking for an amazing candidate to serve as our Benefits Coordinator. Benefits Full coverage health, dental, & vision benefits included, with a second plan available at a shared cost Pension plan with 6.86% employer match 403(b) and 457 plans with immediate participation Employer PAID life insurance Generous vacation, holiday, sick and personal leave time Great work environment in a West County location Promotional opportunities Position Details Location: Administration Position: Year-round (12 months, 8 hours) Status: Exempt 11 Open Date: 7/8/2026 Closing Date: 7/19/2026 Starting Pay: $70,165 per year and up (depending on experience) Purpose Statement The job of Benefits Coordinator has the responsibility for assisting with all aspects of employee benefits and benefit information; resolving insurance benefit, reporting and reconciliation problems; providing information to new and current employees, providers and/or administrators; and ensuring employee proof of coverage and accurate billing. Leading and managing the benefit-related operation for Parkway School District, including but not limited to medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability benefits, programs. Managing self‑funded medical/prescription drug plan options and self‑funded dental plan. Job Requirements KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge‑based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include benefits related codes, regulations & laws related to the job functions; concepts of grammar and punctuation. SKILLS are required to perform multiple technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill‑based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include applying district, state and federal policies and regulations; operating standard office equipment; preparing and maintaining accurate records; analysis; planning and managing projects; customer service and utilizing pertinent software applications. ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize job‑related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability‑based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; maintaining confidentiality; working with constant interruptions; and working with detailed information/data; confidentiality; leadership. #J-18808-Ljbffr