Benefits Specialist- Human Resources
On-site · Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Benefits Specialist at ECPI University responsible for administration, configuration, and regulatory oversight of employee benefits programs, including self-insured and fully insured plans. Serves as SME in benefits operations and HRIS benefits configuration (UKG Pro and/or Workday), handling open enrollment, life events, payroll integration, COBRA, and vendor coordination with TPAs and carriers. Requires strong knowledge of self-insured plans, ERISA/HIPAA/ACA compliance, and data reporting; collaborates with Finance, Payroll, and vendors to ensure accurate deductions, invoicing, and plan design changes. Office or hybrid environment in Virginia Beach, VA. 3–5+ years of experience in benefits administration and experience configuring UKG Pro and/or Workday are preferred; bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field (preferred)
- 3–5+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration
- Experience configuring benefit plans in UKG Pro and/or Workday
- Experience supporting open enrollment configuration and system testing
- Strong knowledge of self-insured (self-funded) benefit plan administration (strongly preferred)
- Knowledge of ERISA and applicable reporting requirements (e.g., Form 5500)
- Ability to configure and test benefit plans and payroll integration in HRIS systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent communication and customer service skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
- Professional certifications such as CEBS, PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP (preferred)
- Office or hybrid environment experience
- Experience with COBRA administration and regulatory compliance
- Experience coordinating with brokers, carriers, TPAs, and other vendors
- Experience with ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, and Section 125 requirements
- Experience with self-insured plan funding mechanisms and stop-loss coordination
- Strong documentation and internal controls skills
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