Benefits Coordinator - Healthcare jobs in Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Coordinator - Healthcare gathers and maintains coordination of benefits data. Researches, analyzes, and evaluates payer status and determines insurance coverage. Being a Benefits Coordinator - Healthcare ensures data is accurate and updated for efficient medical claim processing. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Additionally, Benefits Coordinator - Healthcare typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Benefits Coordinator - Healthcare works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Benefits Coordinator - Healthcare typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Benefits Coordinator
  • McKinley County
  • Gallup, NM FULL_TIME
  • Closes On: December 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM MST

    Location: Human Resources Department, Gallup, NM 87301
    Department: Human Resources
    Job Status: Full-Time
    Rate of Pay: $21.33 -
    Position Type: Full Time
    Status: Open Until Filled
    Details: For best consideration apply by: April 3, 2024




    Job Description

    DEFINITION: The benefits specialist is responsible for assisting with the administration of all benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-and-long term disability, as well as supplementals. Incumbent is responsible for coordinating, maintaining, and updating employee benefits for computer input under the guidance of the HR Director/Assistant Director.


    Job Responsibilities

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function.


    Assist in the application process by helping prepare vacant position announcements, posting, and advertisements, review position descriptions, assist in the preparation of recruitment files, assisting in the coordination of the County Hiring/Screen Process (as needed).

      Ensures the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).

      Performs new-hire orientations. Presents/conveys routine information concerning personnel policies, code of conduct, and various other rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to McKinley County.

      Performs quality checks of benefits-related data.

      Assist employees regarding benefits claim issues and plan changes.

      Responds to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries.

      Processes and administers all medical-related leaves of absence, to include disability, FMLA, etc.

    • Effectively interprets FMLA implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities.

    • Responds to retirement plan inquiries (PERA, Deferred Compensation) from employees relating to enrollment, plan changes and contribution amounts. Manages the annual contribution enrollment.

    Coordinates the open enrollment process.

      Processes garnishments and IRS Levies by receiving and reviewing levy; supplying employee with paperwork; setting up levy with payroll(under the guidance of the County Attorney).

    • Provides necessary reports for allocation/billing charges.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Minimum Qualifications
    • High school diploma or GED Equivalent
    • Any combination of post-secondary education in human resources management, business administration, public administration or highly responsible of administration/project coordinating work experience equal to four (4) years; of which two (2) years spent in human resources/benefits administration work.

      OR

    • Three (3) or more years of demonstrated administration management experience.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Associate degree in human resources management or related field
    • Five (5) or more years of HR/Benefits Administration experience
    • SHRM-CP or PHR Certification
    • Experience working in a county/local government environment.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
    • Sill in coordinating/managing/recording policy and procedure documentation.
    • Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
    • Skills in the use of database management, word processing spreadsheets, and/or presentation software.
    • Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart information.
    • Knowledge and understanding of benefits principles, practices, procedures, and documentation.
    • Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to benefits, COBRA, and IRS Section 125.
    • Knowledge of insurance carrier procedures and requirements.
    • Knowledge of computerized human resources information systems (HRIS).
    • Knowledge of open enrollment systems and procedures.
    • Ability to analyze and develop creative solutions to complex benefits issues.
    • Group communication and presentation skills.
    • Knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
    • Knowledge of Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA).

    Additional Information

    SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:

    This position performs under the administrative supervision of the Human Resources Director/Assistant Director. The incumbent refers to problems of sensitive, high priority, or political nature to the supervisor. Completed work is reviewed for compliance with instructions and procedures, adequacy, accuracy and overall effectiveness and timeliness.

    GUIDELINES:

    Guidelines include McKinley County policies and procedures, New Mexico State regulations, ordinances, directives, instruction, correspondence manuals, Federal procedural guidelines and operating policies.

    WORKING CONDITIONS:

    All essential work is performed in a typical office setting. Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responding to customer issues. Travel may be required.

    CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

    • Must possess a valid Driver’s License at time of employment and be insurable for liability purposes; and the ability to possess a New Mexico Driver’s License within six (6) months of hire date.
    • Completion of SHRM, Essentials of Human Resource.

    CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

    • Successfully complete a post-offer of employment Background investigation.
    • Must not have any felony convictions or convictions involving immoral or unethical characteristics.

    OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

    The incumbent of this position must comply with established safety guidelines, policies, and procedures of McKinley County.

    Disclaimer

    Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

    Application Special Instructions

    Please attach copies of your listed certifications, degrees, and/or transcripts.

    Applicants applying on or before the "For Best Consideration Date" (FBC) will be considered first. Applicants applying after the "For Best Consideration Date" (FBC) will only be screened IF a viable candidate cannot be found in the "For Best Consideration Date" (FBC) pool of applicants.

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HR Benefits Coordinator
  • McKinley County
  • Gallup, NM FULL_TIME
  • Closes On: December 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM MST Location: Human Resources Department, Gallup, NM 87301 Department: Human Resources Job Status: Full-Time Rate of Pay: $21.33 - Position Type: Full Time Sta...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Staffing Coordinator
  • Odelia Healthcare
  • Albuquerque, NM FULL_TIME
  • *Benefits Available for Full-Time Employees* Job Type: Full-Time M-F 8am-5pm with after-hours and weekend call. Benefits: 401(k) Dental Insurance Health Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance Paid-...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Data Scientist
  • US Veterans Benefits Administration
  • Albuquerque, NM FULL_TIME
  • Duties Conduct regression analysis, statistical analysis, modeling, machine learning, Natural Language Processing, time series forecasting, and data visualization. Work in established and emerging dat...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Patient Coordinator
  • Choice Healthcare Services
  • Albuquerque, NM FULL_TIME
  • Overview Patient Coordinator Summary: The Patient Coordinator (Front Office Receptionist) schedules appointments, performs check-in and out duties, assists with checkout duties as needed, and performs...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Client Coordinator
  • Abarim Home Healthcare
  • Albuquerque, NM FULL_TIME
  • Coordinator (Bilingual Preferred) Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Safety Sensitive, Minimum Starting Pay $17/hour Job Summary The coordinator will provide home visits and conduct intake processes with consumer...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Human Resources Specialist
  • Addison Group
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Key Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end onboarding process for new hires, including paperwork, background checks, an...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Technician & Groundskeeper
  • Albuquerque Housing Authority
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • The largest housing authority in the State of New Mexico is looking for an energetic, conscientious, and detail-oriented...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Airport Engineer Associate II
  • Lochner
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Job Details Level Entry Job Location Albuquerque, NM Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Job Category ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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HR Specialist - Compensation
  • JGMS Government Services, LLC
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Job Description Job Description HR Specialist We are searching for an HR Specialist to join our team in the ABQ, NM area...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Manager Albuquerque, NM
  • Mission Foods
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Job Description Job Description This position reports to the Regional Director of Human Resources and provides human res...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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HR/Payroll Clerk
  • Green Summit Landscape Management LLC
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Position: HR & Payroll Clerk Summary: As an HR & Payroll Clerk, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Human Res...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bilingual Human Resources Manager, University of New Mexico
  • Aramark
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Job Description As the Human Resources Manager, you will provide HR generalist support for the University of New Mexico ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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42A Human Resources Specialist
  • Army National Guard
  • Belen, NM
  • When a Soldier has a question about benefits, policy, or needs help with a sensitive issue, the Army National Guard’s Hu...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

According to the United States Census Bureau, Albuquerque has a total area of 189.5 square miles (490.9 km2), of which 187.7 square miles (486.2 km2) is land and 1.8 square miles (4.7 km2), or 0.96%, is water. Albuquerque lies within the northern, upper edges of the Chihuahuan Desert ecoregion, based on long-term patterns of climate, associations of plants and wildlife, and landforms, including drainage patterns. Located in central New Mexico, the city also has noticeable influences from the adjacent Colorado Plateau semi-desert, Arizona-New Mexico Mountains, and Southwest plateaus and plains ...
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