Working Title: Benefits Administrator
Job Class: State Program Administrator
Agency: Mn Management & Budget

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/27/2023
• Closing Date: 05/17/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Mn Management & Budget / Mn Mgmt & Budget -Confidential
• Division/Unit: EID Enrollment & Benefits
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $21.43 - $31.00 / hourly; $44,745 - $64,728 / annually
• Job Class Option: SEGIP
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: Yes - This position will have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to complete a telework agreement if they work a hybrid schedule.
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

The State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) has an exciting opportunity providing customer service to state employees and their dependents, retirees, and employees of Independent Billing Units (IBUs) who are covered under state benefits.

The incumbent of this position will serve as the initial contact for employees, former employees, and IBU employees, and agency human resource staff requesting information regarding all aspects of enrollment and billing in the State Employee Group Insurance Program. This includes but is not limited to; advising agency human resource staff on state, federal, and SEGIP policies and procedures relating to insurance/benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of advanced administrative support or paraprofessional experience which includes one (1) year of professional experience providing customer service in a call center or operations related environment AND

• Strong customer service skills
• Effective oral and written communication working with a diverse group of individuals
• Strong administrative and organizational skills, including time and priority management, sufficient to work on several projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment and within deadlines
• Ability to administer policies, procedures, and systems while making eligibility determinations
• Ability to navigate multiple software applications and databases, as well as possessing data entry skills
• Analytical skills sufficient to research and resolve problems
• Ability to be flexible and respond effectively in a rapidly changing environment while maintaining effectiveness, productivity and regular attendance
• Ability to present complex information to users in a comprehensive style
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as it relates to private information

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of employer sponsored group health insurance administration and eligibility requirements
• Experience working with benefits administration or HR related systems or similar software system
• Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements or plans and the ability to understand and interpret contractual language
• Knowledge of MN Government Data Practices Act and Federal HIPAA laws as they relate to insurance information
• Experience with PeopleSoft SEMA4
• Experience working in a union environment
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations sufficient to correctly enroll individuals in billing and determine premium payments

Additional Requirements

Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Colleen Siegel at colleen.siegel@state.mn.us or 651-201-8006.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Colleen Siegel at colleen.siegel@state.mn.us.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.