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Benefit Systems Specialist

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Posting Details

Job Posting Information

Posting Number PG193650SP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Benefit Systems Specialist
Anticipated Hiring Range $48,000 - $52,000
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department University Benefits Office
About the Department
The University Benefits Office of North Carolina State University administers statutory and voluntary benefit programs, as authorized by the General Assembly of North Carolina, the Office of State Personnel, and the University Group Insurance and Benefits Committee for over 8000 faculty and staff employees. The University Benefits office is responsible for managing the overall design, compliance, administration, communication, implementation and maintenance of benefit programs. In addition to health/welfare and retirement benefits, the University Benefits office also has responsibility of directing Employee Recognition, New Employee Orientation (Onboarding), and Leave Administration.
Essential Job Duties
The Benefit System Specialist will serve as part of the University Human Resources Benefits team and will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing the integration between our Benefit/Payroll modules (Peoplesoft) and vendor systems, primarily focusing on benefit-related data. This position will oversee routine data processes to ensure data integrity and will provide daily functional and analytical system support for benefit-related data. The Benefit System Specialist will also be responsible for data analysis to identify trends, improve processes, and regularly audit data to identify errors.

With the complexity of ongoing changes in both federal and state legislation with regard to benefits and leave programs; requirements by the State and UNC System to utilize their systems and processes, such as ORBIT, Empyrean, Marpai, and EBenefits platform, upgrades to the University HR system; and the continuous need to restructure responsibilities to accommodate organizational needs/objectives, a Specialist with high working knowledge or ability to quickly master knowledge of the functionality of PeopleSoft is required to effectively and efficiently support the department’s growing business needs.
Other Responsibilities
This position will support the work of the department as needed and assigned by the Director of Employee Benefits and Programs.
Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
 
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
  • Benefits, payroll, data management, or system administration work experience with responsibilities in benefits and payroll compliance. 
  • Experience managing programs/data with a large scale population.
  • Computer skills required with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS Systems (Peoplesoft a plus) including analysis, system and user testing, query, problem resolution, and planning.
  • Solid knowledge of the IRS code, DOL rules, and, North Carolina State regulations as they apply to benefits, retirement, and leave programs.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively within and across various departments on complex projects.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, and ability to interpret complex data.
  • Demonstrated experience communicating/supporting customers across multiple tiers of the organization effectively. Ability to multi-task and see projects through to the end.
  • Basic ability to understand and interpret multiple plan documents, policies, procedures, legal requirements, and retirement plan concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Applicable experience with benefits or system administration
  • Experience with HR Information Systems (PeopleSoft)
Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 11/08/2023
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 02/23/2024
Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Special Instructions
Please include your resume as an attachment.
Position Details

Position Number 00110451
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Human Resources Specialist
Position Classification Band Level Journey
Position Classification Salary Range $ 34,320 - $ 70,983
Salary Grade Equivalency GN09
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 481001 - HR Benefits, Employee Wellness and Work Life
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
    • NCSU Website
    • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
    • NCSU Executive Search Services
    • Monster.com
    • CareerBuilder.com
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Other Online Job Board
    • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
    • Job / Career Fair
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Professional Journal
    • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
    • Radio / Television Advertisement
    • Professional Organization
    • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
    • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
    • NCSU Employee Referral
    • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
    • Other
  2. If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Human Resources Specialist position.
    • Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, and/or Doctorate
    • Associate's degree and 2 years of related experience
    • Combination of post-high school education and experience to equal at least 4 years of related experience (ex: 1 year towards a degree and 3 years experience)
    • High school diploma/GED and at least 4 years of related experience
    • Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and related experience to equal 8 years (ex. 1 year of high school and 7 years experience)
    • None of the above
  4. * In the space below, please describe your professional experience as it relates to this role.

    (Open Ended Question)

Application Materials Required

Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter