Health Benefits Specialist (temporary)

The NYS Public Employees Federation (PEF) is a diverse and powerful New York State labor union committed to creating a better life for our members. We represent around 50,000 professional, scientific, and technical workers in NYS government. Members include healthcare, education, corrections and supervision, youth services, direct care, and other professional titles.

Position Summary:

The incumbent will assist the Director of Contract Administration with the implementation and ongoing recommendations relating to the health insurance programs made available to PEF members under collective bargaining agreements. Respond to informational requests and general inquiries related to health insurance. Assist the PEF Joint Committee on Health Benefits in achieving their contractual duties and responsibilities.

_ * Position is TEMPORARY (estimated 7-months). *_

Key Functions:

• Develop and maintain key contacts related to implementation of the health insurance programs including, Civil Service, the Governor's Office of Employee Relations, various insurance providers and other unions.
• Assist the Director of Contract Administration and/or the Joint Committee on Health Benefits with any reports, analyses or projects related to health insurance issues.
• Assist in the preparation for and conduct of negotiations as required.
• Provide assistance to members having health insurance difficulties.
• Develop content for the Health Benefits section of the PEF Website and maintain this section as needed.
• Compile research data relating to health insurance.
• Maintain and update statistical data relating to health insurance, including utilization of benefits by PEF members.
• Design and disseminate training and other informational material relating to the health insurance programs available to PEF members, at PEF Convention, PEF leadership conferences and other meetings as required.
• Evaluates and recommends training for other PEF Staff.
• Perform a wide range of tasks which may vary by group need as well as negotiation considerations.
• Participate in the selection of vendors servicing health care plans, including reviewing Requests for Proposals and proposals submitted by vendors, attending vendor interviews and onsite visits, and preparing JCHB’s recommendation to GOER.
• Review annual HMO Specifications and proposals submitted by HMOs requesting inclusion in NYSHIP and preparing JCHB’s recommendations to GOER.
• Reliable and consistent attendance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, public policy or public administration with a health specialty, or a bachelor’s degree with specific experience in health insurance administration.
• Extensive knowledge of health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, solve, and communicate complex issues related to benefits, claims processing, and billing.

Successful candidate must demonstrate:

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate (both written and verbal) with staff, union members & elected members, and our executive team.
• Highly organized with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• A collaborative, innovative, and results-oriented mindset.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary Range: $68,341.00 (minimum) - $97,973.00 (maximum).

PEF offers an excellent benefit package which include:

• Health insurance with Health Reimbursement (HRA)
• Employer paid dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
• Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 401-k with safe harbor contribution
• Pension plan through SEIU
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• Tuition reimbursement and on-going professional development

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $68,341.00 - $97,973.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• This position is TEMPORARY (estimated 7-months). Please confirm that you are aware and willing to accept a temporary position. Thank you.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Benefits administration: 2 years (Required)
• claims processing: 2 years (Required)
• insurance billing: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Latham, NY 12110: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $68,341 - $97,973