SCHOOL BOARD OF SAINT LUCIE COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION
Position No.
_77332____
Salary Schedule 2U0
FLSA
Exempt
Length of Work Year
Date Approved
Date Revised
12 months
__1/10/06___
__9/22/09___
JOB TITLE
DEPARTMENT
REPORTS TO
Benefits Manager
QUALIFICATIONS:
Risk Management
Coordinator, Risk Management
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Associates Degree or high school diploma with a minimum of six (6) years of
progressive work experience in employee benefits administration.
Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with schools, departments, and
administration to achieve District goals.
Experience in using database, spreadsheet, word processing, and payroll program
applications.
Experience in problem solving using high levels of interpersonal interactions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of employee benefits administration. Knowledge of applicable local,
state, and federal laws and relevant associated compliance techniques. Knowledge of Health
Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy regulations. Knowledge of
various software, including office applications, human resource systems, and payroll systems.
Skill in using customer service techniques and high levels of interpersonal interaction in
benefits counseling, problem resolution, and caseload time management. Ability to maintain a
high level of confidentiality. Ability to speak effectively before a group of employees of the
District. Ability to work cooperatively with schools, departments, and administration to achieve
District goals. Ability to coordinate and integrate related benefit functions with other
departments and schools. Ability to coordinate various activities and reporting with insurance
companies, outside vendors and consultants. Knowledge of payroll procedures.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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To direct and supervise the benefit enrollment process for all employees and retirees
including communication through payroll processing.
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To administer employee benefit programs such as Medical, Cafeteria Plan, and any other
School Board sponsored benefit plans
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To represent the District in all employee benefit matters in a positive and professional
manner.
To conduct new employee benefits orientation.
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To counsel employees on available benefits offerings to help achieve employee benefit
utilization, and answer questions with regard to coverage and its relationship to the
personal situation of the employee on a strictly confidential basis.
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To assist employees and retirees in the benefit enrollment process and complete the
dissemination of enrollment documents to plan providers.
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To coordinate all employee benefit payroll deductions and contributions.
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To coordinate planning and conducting of annual open enrollment activities for the
District.
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To evaluate and compare existing benefits with other school districts; participate in area
and school district surveys; analyze results of survey; and develop recommendations.
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To maintain employee benefits files in compliance with applicable rules on
confidentiality and retention.
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To prepare Employer COBRA Notices and submit to Plan Administrator.
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To handle employee benefit inquiries and ensure timely, equitable, and courteous
resolution.
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To serve as the contact person for employees who have questions, concerns, or
complaints about HIPAA and the privacy of their protected health information.
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To ensure compliance with IRS, COBRA, HIPAA and other state and federal laws.
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To assist in preparation of plan descriptions, policies, and documents.
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To reconcile all payroll deductions for benefit premiums following each payroll, and
arrange for any necessary adjustments.
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To arrange for personal premium payment notification to employees on approved Leave
of Absence.
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To liaison with employees, carrier, and District administration regarding all aspects and
issues of Worker’s Compensation.
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To assist in the administration of the District’s light duty and return to work
program for injured workers.
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To liaison with parents, school administration, and carrier in regards to student injury and
District liability.
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To interact with outside agencies, businesses and the community to enhance the
understanding of District initiatives and priorities and to elicit support and assistance.
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To respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner and with a high standard of
quality.
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To keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
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To serve on District councils or committees as assigned or appropriate.
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To assist in the interpretation of programs, philosophy, and policies of the District
to staff.
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To demonstrate support for the school district and its goals and priorities.
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To perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Demand Class - SL