Temporary Benefits Analyst

Brandeis University

2d • $26 - $39

About The Position

The Office of Human Resources is looking for a temporary Benefits Analyst to administer FMLA Leave, Workers Compensation, and Flexible Spending accounts for faculty and staff. Core Responsibilities: Administers FMLA Leaves for Staff and Faculty. This activity includes obtaining medical certifications, follow-through with the employee to ensure the leave is approved and the Employee Change Notice is completed to ensure the accurate use and allocation of Sick Time, Short Term Illness and Extended Illness Benefits. This position also manages Workers Compensation claims in concert with our FMLA and absence processes. 60% Administers Brandeis University's Workers Compensation Program including filing First Report of Injury reports, maintaining case files and reports. Provides data as requested by regulatory agencies. Reviews ADAAA Accommodation requests with Human Resources and internal legal counsel. 15% Supports the administration of the Brandeis Tuition Remission Program. 10% Leads annual open enrollment (OE) process including total pre- and post- OE coordination. Manages internal contingencies and external vendors to ensure seamless delivery to employees. Coordinates the attendance of vendors and logistics for the annual Health Fair. 10% Engages in day to day problem solving, review, investigation, response, and resolution of benefits concerns. May assist conducting new employee orientation and meet with employees with regards to benefit questions. 5% This is a temporary position. The hourly pay rate for the position is $25.5-$39. Pay Range Disclosure The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. Equal Opportunity Statement Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class"). COME WORK WITH US Brandeis University is a great employer for all the same reasons it is an outstanding university. Its commitment to inclusion, dedication to lifelong learning and commitment to excellence are just a few of the reasons our workplace culture shines bright. We take pride not only in maintaining this culture, but expanding it — by recruiting and retaining outstanding employees who share our values and enrich Brandeis University overall. Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class"). Applicants who require accommodation in the job application process are welcome to contact Human Resources at 781-736-4474 or via email, [email protected]. The health and safety of the Brandeis community is important. While not required, we strongly recommend that employees are fully vaccinated. For additional information feel free to review the Human Resources Office website. Certain positions at Brandeis University may require a background check. To review this policy, visit our website at http://www.brandeis.edu/human-resources/onboarding/index.html

Responsibilities

• Administers FMLA Leaves for Staff and Faculty. This activity includes obtaining medical certifications, follow-through with the employee to ensure the leave is approved and the Employee Change Notice is completed to ensure the accurate use and allocation of Sick Time, Short Term Illness and Extended Illness Benefits. This position also manages Workers Compensation claims in concert with our FMLA and absence processes.
• Administers Brandeis University's Workers Compensation Program including filing First Report of Injury reports, maintaining case files and reports. Provides data as requested by regulatory agencies. Reviews ADAAA Accommodation requests with Human Resources and internal legal counsel.
• Supports the administration of the Brandeis Tuition Remission Program.
• Leads annual open enrollment (OE) process including total pre- and post- OE coordination. Manages internal contingencies and external vendors to ensure seamless delivery to employees. Coordinates the attendance of vendors and logistics for the annual Health Fair.
• Engages in day to day problem solving, review, investigation, response, and resolution of benefits concerns. May assist conducting new employee orientation and meet with employees with regards to benefit questions.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees