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Benefits Coordinator

Job Description

***Please be advised that candidates must be permanent in the civil service title of Staff Analyst or reachable on the Staff Analyst List to apply.***

Agency Benefits Coordinator is responsible for the management of employee benefits, resignation, retirement and leave of absence. Reporting directly to the Senior Benefits Coordinator, the Agency Benefits Coordinator responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

- Act as Agency Leave of Absence Coordinator, process all leave related paperwork, update NYCAPS and respond to employee inquiries.
- Conduct benefit orientation for new hires.
- Responsible for maintaining employees' benefit files.
- Ensure employees have enrolled in city benefits or opt to waive city benefits.
- Notify employees of any change to City health plans and/or other benefit plans.
- Answer City health benefits or other City benefits questions.
- Coordinate Agency Blood Drives.
- Notify employees of the Health Benefits open enrollment period to change health plans.
- Coordinate quarterly seminars for Deferred Compensation Plans and NYCERS
- Liaise with the Management Benefits Fund (MBF) regarding employee separations and reinstatements, process all correspondence accordingly.
- Meet with employees on their retiree benefits, and responsible for processing retirement applications, and all related retirement documents.
- Send all related paperwork to employees and oversight agencies timely.
- Inform eligible employees of the Voluntary Defined Contribution program and assist them with completing the appropriate forms.
- Act as the agency’s Catastrophic and Dedicated Sick Leave Coordinator, process all correspondence accordingly

Qualifications

A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; or

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of satisfactory full- time professional experience working in one or a combination of the following areas: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, labor relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management; or in a related area.

An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in "2" above.

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and six years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in "2" above.

A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” above. College education may be substituted for professional experience at the rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a high school diploma.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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What You Should Know About Benefits Coordinator, City of New York

If you're passionate about helping employees navigate their benefits and want to make a real impact in a bustling environment, the role of Benefits Coordinator at our NYC agency could be the perfect fit for you! This position involves managing various employee benefits, from resignations to retirements, and leaves of absence. As the Agency Benefits Coordinator, you'll work closely with the Senior Benefits Coordinator and take on important tasks like conducting benefit orientations for new hires and maintaining employee benefit files with precision. Your role will allow you to ensure that every employee is well-informed about their options, whether they choose to enroll in city benefits or opt out. You'll also keep everyone in the loop about any changes to health plans, making you a crucial point of contact when answering benefits-related questions. Coordinating events like agency blood drives or quarterly seminars for Deferred Compensation Plans will showcase your organizational skills. Plus, you'll have the chance to assist employees with retirement applications and guidance on the Voluntary Defined Contribution program. This is a fantastic opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment while promoting an inclusive workplace. If you have the right qualifications and a keen attention to detail, we’d love to see you join our team in the heart of New York City, helping to create a positive experience for all employees through effective benefit management.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Benefits Coordinator Role at City of New York

What qualifications do I need to be a Benefits Coordinator at the agency in NYC?

To become a Benefits Coordinator at the agency in NYC, candidates must possess at least a bachelor's degree and two years of relevant professional experience. Alternatively, a master's degree in a related field or a combination of education and experience that meets specific criteria qualifies. It's also essential that candidates are permanent in the civil service title of Staff Analyst or reachable on the Staff Analyst List to apply.