Job Description

Benefits Coordinator

Position:                Benefits Coordinator

Status:                   Non-Exempt; Full-Time

Grade:                    Non-Union; Grade 8, Step 1

Starting Salary:    $27.10 hourly starting salary

Reports to:           Chief HR Officer/HR Director; DCHRO/Assistant HR Director

Appointed by:     Chief HR Officer/HR Director

SUMMARY:

The Benefits Coordinator for the City of Chicopee's Human Resources Department, provides professional and administrative work which supports current and former City and School employees, related to the daily operations of the City's Benefits program. This work includes research, analysis, compliance, orientation, benefits administration, enrollment, cancellations, changes, billing, auditing, and other general HR functions as assigned by HR leadership. The Benefits Coordinator performs all other related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

Maintain employee benefits programs and informs employees of benefits.
Resolve employee issues with benefits administrators and insurance providers.
Assist employees and the general public who contact or visit the office.
Balance all insurance accounts monthly; this includes posting all changes to accounts.
Review periodic payroll deductions.
Balance all deductions for Chicopee Contributory Retirement and the Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System (MTRS).
Complete benefits and applicable financial reports for the Auditing and Treasurer's departments.
Maintain and update the Human Resources website.
Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and local rules and regulations.
Conduct research appropriate to the organization's needs with benefits, insurance, and wellness.
Other duties as assigned per the full job description.

QUALIFICATIONS

To be minimally qualified for this position, one must meet the following criteria:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

An Associate's Degree in Business, Human Resources or in another related field, with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in Benefits Administration.
A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in Benefits Administration
Or an equitable combination of education and/or experience that enables performance of all aspects of this position.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

MUNIS experience is preferred but not required.
Municipal and/or Public Administration experience is preferred but not required.

COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE & BENEFITS

The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick-Time, Life Insurance, 13+ Paid Holidays, Personal Time, Vacation Time, Retirement Saving Plans (457b), a Pension Plan, Employee Discounts, and more. This job qualifies for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness.

This is a Full Time, 40-hour per week position, with the hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

This is a confidential position, classified in the City's Chapter 7 Ordinance, Grade 08, starting at Step 01, $27.10 per hour, with periodic step and pay increases upon continuous completion of employment with the City of Chicopee.

How To Apply

If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience and employment goals, apply today by one of the following: - Apply online by selecting ‘Apply Now’ on the City of Chicopee website - Select ‘download application’ and either email it or deliver it along with your resume to resume@chicopeema.gov or the Department of Human Resources, located at Chicopee City Hall, 274 Front Street, 1st Fl. Chicopee, MA. 01013.