Human Resources Benefits Deputy Manager

HR Benefits Deputy Manager (Senior Management Analyst)

Location: Albany, NY

Starting Salary: $107,629 annually comprehensive health coverage, generous time off, and retirement/pension plan.

Apply: Send a cover letter and resume to hrpostings@nycourts.gov by December 24, 2024

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking a HR Benefits Deputy Manager (Senior Management Analyst JG-28) to join the Benefits Unit within the Division of Human Resources. Reporting directly to the Director of Human Resources, this position oversees the delivery of non-salary benefit packages, including health insurance, life insurance, and additional insurance plans. The role also serves as a liaison with the New York State Employee Retirement System (NYSER) for judicial pension services and the New York State Department of Civil Service for insurance and other benefits.

• Serve as a liaison with health maintenance organizations, insurance carriers, and other entities regarding coverage and individual claims submitted by members of the judiciary.
• Act as an intermediary between judges/justices and the New York State Employee Retirement System on pension and retirement issues.
• Review new or proposed changes in benefit programs; develop instructional and training materials for local courts and administrative offices.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state benefit regulations.
• Oversee eligibility determinations and provide detailed explanations of available coverage.
• Guide judges and employees on benefits matters, including new hire orientation, annual open enrollment, and policy clarifications.
• Address exceptional circumstances and provide benefits counseling to resolve complex issues.
• Manage benefit analysis, reporting, and COBRA program administration.
• Supervise a team of benefits analysts in Albany and New York City.
• Travel within New York State is required.
  

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and interpersonal skills, expertise in benefits administration, and experience managing complex programs and teams.

Detailed Job Posting on the NYS Courts' website: https://www.nycourts.gov/legacyPDFs/careers/statewide/14163.1.pdf

The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.