Employee Benefits Specialist, G17, Risk Management

Webb County, TX•Laredo, TX

42d

About The Position

This position is responsible for coordinating employee benefits programs for new and current employees.

Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
Must have at least three (3) years of related experience.
Must be able to type 35 wpm.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public sector employee benefits administration.
Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures.
Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and practices.
Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
Knowledge of relevant federal and state law, county ordinances, and department policies and procedures.
Knowledge of employee confidentiality requirements.
Skill in problem-solving.
Skill in prioritizing and planning.
Skill in interpersonal relations.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
Must possess a valid and current Texas driver's license.

Maintains quality control of employee benefits files, including separation of employment and employee dependent cancellations.
Audits health insurance monthly billing and submits for payment.
Prepares reports for the self-insured health insurance program.
Audits and prepares medical claims, weekly wire transfer requests.
Review and respond to check verification requests from the insurance provider.
Initiates and expedites requests for monthly life and accidental death and dismemberment premium payments.
Reconciles health and supplemental insurance monthly reports.
Assists in Cafeteria Plan annual enrollment.
Assists with the enrollment of new personnel; provides explanations of benefits.
Submits COBRA notices for eligible employees and dependents; reviews all COBRA participant premiums.
Initiates and expedites requests for payments for administration fees.
Enrolls retirees in the insurance program and maintains related files; collects monthly retiree contributions.
Initiates and expedites requests for payment for monthly administration fees and premiums.
Audits group expense reports on a weekly basis to determine the claims paid amount to apply to the Retiree Health Fund.
Prepares annual reports of the Health Benefits Fund and the Retiree Health Fund.
Assists in the preparation of the annual budget.
Handles Protected Information (PHI) as defined by HIPAA regulations and in compliance with Webb County policy; completes HIPAA training.
Performs any other duties as assigned.