Analyst, Benefits Position Available In Broward, Florida

Job Profile Summary Under limited supervision, this position supports the administration, analysis and communication of employee benefits and welfare programs for college employees eligible retirees, and eligible COBRA participants. Employee benefits and welfare programs include but are not limited to health, dental, vision, life insurance, FMLA, tuition reimbursement, long term disability, saving and spending accounts, retirement and worker’s compensation, and sick leave pool. This position performs specialized work involving administrative, technical and analytical duties in the Human Resources Talent and Culture Employee Benefits Office. Ensures the security, integrity and confidentiality of all employee records in accordance with policy and the law.

• This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans’ Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295.

Certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation at the time of submitting application. For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree required preferably in Human Resources or Business concentrations. An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Minimum Experience:

Four or more years of directly related experience. Experience required is within field or closely related field. Experience with Workday and People First a plus.

Essential Functions:

Daily

• 15%: Analyzes all benefits for employees, including medical, dental, long-term disability, retirement, life insurance, Section 125 cafeteria plan, vision and other voluntary benefits in compliance with State Group Insurance Program (SGIP) and Broward College rules, policies, and procedure and State and Federal laws.

Provide guidance, where applicable, to employees on eligibility decisions based on legal guidelines, policies and procedures. Approve Broward College employees’ benefit elections in Workday for new hires and existing employees’ benefit election . Generates and audits benefit eligibility reports for full and part-time employees to ensure accuracy in Workday and People First. Perform research and analysis to detect discrepancies and assist in correcting. Manage l rates/premiums as applicable in Workday for BC voluntary and company paid benefits. Conduct regular audits to ensure information is correct and work with People First, vendors,, employees and Payroll to correct errors in the system as applicable. Manage Workday task items for applicable areas of scope. Conducts analysis and audits of the BC benefits related integration error reports generated from file transmittals to ensure accuracy of data. Lead the Workday bi-annual testing for benefits related processes within the system. Daily

• 25%: Leave administration Administers employee related leave of absence including, but not limited to, FMLA, Paid Parental Leave, Long Term Disability (LTD), and Extended Leave according to college rules, policies, procedures, and State and Federal Law.

Conducts audits to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies. Assists employees with inquiries relating to leave of absences and determining eligibility. Run, analyze and audit the Sick Leave Pool report. Develops and maintains a detailed tracking system for FMLA leave Manage organization compliance for leave of absences in accordance with benefits policies, processes and federal, state and local laws and regulations and stay current with changes that may impact the administration of leaves of absence. Decides and acts when Long-Term-Disability application process is necessary, determine eligibility and calculate benefits.,. Manage the process to return the employee to work, including Fitness of Duty review and approval as appropriate. . Review and respond to employees who are requesting time off due to COVID. Daily

• 20 %: Educational Incentives Administer and process Tuition Reimbursement and Tuition Assistance Program, reviewing eligibility and providing guidance to employees based on College rules, policies and procedures.

Manages rate updates in the system of record and assists with fiscal year reporting usage and statistics. Prepares usage reports and advises the Senior, Director, Employee Benefits of budget versus actual spend. Daily

• 10%: Retirement Review deferred compensation plan requests for distribution, including TSA documents and FICA Alternative plan, to assist in the determination on action per IRS rules.

Assist with the processing of DROP and regular Retirement applications with FRS and Social Security. Assist in responding to questions and inquiries from employees and agencies regarding retirement and the coordination of benefits with social security. Conducts audits and analyzes retirement reports to ensure accuracy, correct discrepancies and update retirement plans in Workday. Facilitates retirement workshop for employees preparing to retire. Prepare and assist with the monthly payment to the TSA Consulting Group. Daily

• 15%: Communication and presentations Assist with communication and composing responses to benefits related inquiries.

Participates in the benefits orientation presentation ensuring that new employees are educated on all the benefits offered by SGIP and the College and understand the enrollment process in People First and Workday. Monitor and respond to inquiries received in the benefits mailbox and phone line. Draft and send communication to employees losing coverage. Monthly

• 10%:

Open Enrollment Assists with the planning and preparation of employee benefits and wellness onsite and virtual events including retirement seminars, tax

• sheltered annuities vendor fair, health/benefits fair, and flu clinic. Assist with the coordinating and facilitating of the open enrollment sessions for medical, dental, vision, section 125 cafeteria plan, and sick leave pool. Assist with the benefit communication during Open Enrollment and online benefits updates and other related functions as assigned. Other
• 5%: Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Fully proficient in professional and functional standards and protocols of position General understanding of College’s structure, policies and practices, and the impact on its own area Ability to contribute in multiple related areas within the function Expertise in understanding and following project plans, including the coordination of multiple resources and activities Understanding of and ability to coordinate interdependencies of work within the area and of resources from outside the area Ability to exchange and present information with individuals and colleagues within the College. Requires advanced knowledge of computerized systems and operating environments i.e. Microsoft Office Products and specialized computer systems spec Ability to interact and effectively communicate with a diverse employee, student population Our Culture

• At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage.

We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty. Job Title Analyst, Benefits Position Number

P0005445

Job Status Full time Regular Department Benefits Location Cypress Creek Administrative Center Pay Grade 714 Salary $42,320

• $49,726
• Salary commensurate with education and experience. Work Shift First Shift Work Schedule Monday
• Friday Hours Per Week 40 Posting End Date Open Until Filled Comments To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application along with a resume is required.

Designated Essential Personnel No FLSA Status Non-Exempt Position Classification Professional Technical Staff (PTS) Special Instructions to

Applicant:

For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to jobs@broward.edu or fax to 954-201-7612, stating clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.

Foreign Transcript:

Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.

• Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the “Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification” section of the application
• Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents.

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//www.broward.edu/jobs/_docs/tutorial_external_applicant_broward_college.pdf. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process. Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at nanders1@broward.edu. Disclaimer The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities. Broward College is a nationally ranked institution of higher education in Broward County, Florida, providing residents and non-residents with access to high-quality, affordable education. Broward College is the largest institution of higher education in Broward County, serving more than 51,000 students annually, Broward College provides students with certificate programs, two-year university-transfer degrees, two-year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The College’s mission is to provide high-quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to our community of learners. Together, we are working to make Broward College the number one destination for academic excellence. With more than 4,000 colleagues, Broward College serves as a critical economic engine for Broward County, generating more than 1.7 billion in economic impact for Broward County, and driving opportunities for economic mobility for all of Broward County. Broward College has been repeatedly recognized as one of the top 10 community colleges in America by several national organizations including the Aspen Institute. The College continues to receive recognition for its transformational work to improve institutional culture and care for its employees as recognized by the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR) National HR Excellence Award. As an equal access and employment opportunity institution, Broward College is committed to a tradition of increasing and retaining an intellectually, culturally, and ethnically diverse student body and workforce and focusing on the success of our students, faculty, and staff while strengthening our local and global communities. Benefits at Broward College At Broward College, we offer a competitive array of benefits and services to support our employees personal and family needs. Wellness Tuition Reimbursement Professional Development Financial and so much more Broward College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The College strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected characteristic. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Recruitment Office at 954-201-7449.