Benefits Analyst jobs in Frankfort, KY

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10/24/2023 (8:00 PM EDT)

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Benefits Specialist II

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Personnel Cabinet | Department of Employee Insurance

Location

501 High Street, 2nd Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

The Personnel Cabinet offers the great opportunity to work with and serve state agencies, employees and citizens across the Commonwealth. The Personnel Cabinet’s mission is to provide leadership and guidance to attract, develop, motivate and retain a talented, diverse workforce; foster an understanding of and adherence to regulatory requirements; and create a positive, supportive work environment that values all employees.

The Department of Employee Insurance, Division of Insurance Administration, is responsible for the enrollment, eligibility, and customer service for health, life, dental and vision insurance, and the flexible spending account for 298,000 public employees. Our department is seeking a Benefits Specialist I in the Optional Insurance Branch.

Primary responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Researches applications and documents for accuracy and correct supporting documentation. Must follow policy and procedures to ensure all information on the application is correct and that the supporting documentation submitted is complete and sufficient.
• Processes new hire enrollments and qualifying events for Life, Dental and Vision Insurances, assists with Group Life claims for the state and assists with the evidence of insurability process.
• Serves as a liaison in resolving applications and eligibility with our Third Party Administrators.
• Interprets and explains eligibility, initial enrollment rules and qualifying events to Insurance Coordinators, Human Resource Generalists (HRGs) and members.

Preferred skills and abilities:

• Proficient computer skills that include preparing/maintaining Microsoft Word and Excel documents
• Knowledge of KHRIS/SAP
• Works as part of a team and offers problem solving solutions
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Attention to detail is essential

Minimum Requirements

Working Conditions

Work typically performed in an office setting. Occasional travel is required in conducting training programs for agency benefit coordinators.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jessica Hetrick at Jessica.Hetrick@ky.gov.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D