Human Res Rep II - Benefits - University of Rochester

GENERAL PURPOSE: Administers the Retirement Program and Deferred Compensation 457(b) Plan; supervises, trains, monitors and coordinates the work of Sr Human Resources Assistants; manages recordkeeper responsibilities; oversees auditing efforts, evaluates and makes recommendations for improvements in procedures; coordinates communications efforts to ensure compliance and effective communication to participants; counsels University staff, faculty and supervisors concerning University benefit programs. **RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Functional supervision of the Sr HR Assistants; responsible for training, monitoring, counseling assigning, coordinating and checking the work of the Sr HR Assistants for completeness and accuracy. Responsible for the oversight and approval of HR Assistant processing the retirement program remittances, compliance monitoring, audit processes, withdrawals and form processing. + Maintains statistics for the Retirement Plans area as well as data accuracy through consistent audit practice. Monitors and/or maintains vendor relationship. Initiates and maintains forms and records relating to retirement processing. Assigned project work including current process review and new process implementation. + Prepare and maintain communication materials for area, including plan documents, SPDs, employee/retiree mailings, etc. Prepare special reports, including recommendations for accommodation of individual problems or adjustment. Observes operation of Health Program and reactions of individuals to it. Observes and makes recommendations for improvements in benefits, policies and procedures. + Counsels all levels of faculty, staff and retirees as to the University’s benefit plans and practices, and related problems. Acts as second level resolution for complex employee issues/concerns. Research, resolve, and respond to issues/problems/correspondence affecting faculty, staff and retirees’ Health Program benefits. Communicate with vendor or other internal departments in resolution of problems Other duties as assigned **REQUIREMENTS:** + Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources Administration or related field required + 2 years of relevant experience, including 1 year of experience in benefits and insurance required + or equivalent combination of education and experience required + Education in health insurance, life insurance, 403(b) retirement programs, taxation preferred + Knowledgeable with Microsoft Suite, virtual collaboration tools (Zoom, Box); Adobe, etc. preferred + Ability to effectively communicate and interact, both orally and in writing, with people across diverse backgrounds and cultures preferred. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations. **How To Apply** All applicants must apply online. _EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled_ **Pay Range** Pay Range: $ 23.80 - $ 33.32 Hourly _The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._ **Location:** Central Administration **Full/Part Time:** Full-Time **Opening:** Full Time 40 hours Grade 052 Total Rewards-Benefits **Schedule:** 8 AM-5 PM