HR Benefits Coordinator (aHEO)

POSITION DETAILS

Lehman College is seeking an HR Coordinator in the office of Human Resources, reporting to the Benefits Manager.

The HR Coordinator will be responsible to perform all assignments related to the smooth operation of the department and all

duties related to human resources including but not limited to:

• Track Health Care eligibility for part-time employees.

• Coordinate health, life, disability and retirement insurance enrollments and communicate with service providers concerning

routine administration of programs.

• Maintain employee records and process employee status changes within thirty days such as all qualifying life events,

termination changes, disability, COBRA, and commuter plans and benefit plan changes in Payserv.

• Answer employee benefit-related questions and assist the Benefits Specialist/Manager with ad-hoc reports.

• Review termination paperwork and COBRA eligibility.

• Assist and conduct Open Enrollment informational sessions and distribute materials for benefits orientations such as

summary plan descriptions.

• Process employment verification related to pension plans.

• Process Unemployment Insurance

• Assist with data entry input into CUNYfirst including but not limited to post positions and leave of absences and ensure all

requests are tracked and recorded.

• Maintain the operating budget of Human Resources

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree required

• Excellent English written and oral communication skills

• Proficiency in Peoplesoft, Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

• Highly confidential, trustworthy and dependable with excellent people skills

• Experience with HRIS/Payroll Systems (Payserv)

• Knowledge and experience of administering medical, dental, vision, FSA, and commuter plans

• Strong analytical skills, well organized, and detailed oriented

• Stay current on Federal and State regulations affecting benefit plans.

• Team player with the ability to prioritize, multitask and meet deadlines

• Position is expected to be in-person 70%

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Administers employee benefits programs for faculty and staff, assists in overall benefit administration, and provides employees with information regarding benefits.

• Counsels and assists staff on employee benefits matters

• Conducts workshops as part of new employee orientation on benefits matters

• Administers selected benefits, such as COBRA coverage

• Serves as a liaison to insurance carriers, retirement systems, welfare funds, and University Benefits office

• Coordinates benefits processing in Payroll systems and other University systems

• Prepares reports for College administration

• Assists in updating materials and web pages for employee use

• Maintains accurate, confidential employee records

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: HR Benefits Coordinator

CUNY TITLE

Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$47,861

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).

CLOSING DATE

May 28, 2024

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

28442

Location

Lehman College