Benefits Coordinator, Payroll and Benefits - UT System Administration

The Benefits Coordinator position exists to help administer benefit plans for the 14,000 benefit eligible employees of the University of Tennessee. Based upon extensive knowledge of the State of Tennessee insurance programs, this position introduces new employees to the group insurance plans through orientation sessions for groups of 10 to 50 employees and then further provides information to all employees by multiple communication methods throughout the year, especially during the annual enrollment period.

This position also answers questions from benefits staff on other campuses. In addition to communicating with employees, the position is responsible for entering insurance coverage information in both the University's DASH system and the State's Edison system.

The University of Tennessee System is the state’s oldest higher education institution and preeminent public university. The UT System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; and the statewide Institute of Agriculture and Institute for Public Service. With a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties and through the combined force of education, research and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations and residents statewide.

The University of Tennessee System is the state’s oldest higher education institution and preeminent public university. The UT System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; and the statewide Institute of Agriculture and Institute for Public Service. With a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties and through the combined force of education, research and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations and residents statewide.

• Vocational or technical training in a related field and a c combination of three (3) years of experience in insurance, benefits administration, and/or human resources. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will also be considered.
• General knowledge of the health insurance industry.
• General knowledge of rules and regulations governing health insurance plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individual employees, groups of employees, and insurance staff through verbal, written, and electronic methods.
• Proficiency with computer software applications, particularly Microsoft Office products.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to meet varying University of Tennessee deadlines.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
• Public speaking experience, including presenting information and responding to questions from large audiences.
• Experience communicating insurance plans, policies, and regulations to a diverse clientele.
• Specific knowledge of University and State of Tennessee health insurance plans and policies.
• Specific knowledge of federal laws governing employer-provided insurance plans, including coverage rules and requirements under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
• Specific knowledge of university human resources and fiscal policies.
• Experience with employer human resources and payroll systems;
  Oracle experience

For full consideration, applications should be accompanied by a letter of interest, a resume, and three professional references.

Compensation for this position is budgeted for $21.63 per hour to $ $26.44 per hour ($45,000 to $55,000 / annually)

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits and much more. Additionally, Tennessee residents do not pay a state income tax. For more information on the University of Tennessee benefits, visit…