Duties

• The Benefits Specialist is primarily responsible for assisting with the administration of all insurance benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, etc.) and serving as the District’s primary point of contact for unemployment and workers compensation matters, while also supporting other Human Resources functions as needed.
• Oversees the administration of the District’s comprehensive employee benefits programs.
• Serves as the District’s primary liaison with its third-party workers compensation claims administrator.
• Serves as the District’s primary liaison with its third-party unemployment claims administrator and serves as the District’s designated employer representative during hearings.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in Human Resources or a related field (but experience, training, and/or certification may be substituted).
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in employee benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of benefits-related policies/procedures, best practices, and laws/regulations such as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPPA), etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to problem solve, work independently, recognize priorities, and multitask in a fast-paced environment Proficient in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, and skilled in using the Internet for work-related research.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

Salary/Benefits

• The entry level base salary for this position is expected to be $58,443, plus highly competitive benefits, including 100% Board-paid IMRF contributions and 100% Board-paid employee-only health, dental, and term life insurance. There is a minimal employee cost for vision insurance. Additional compensation above the base is offered for those with previous successful experience. Questions about salaries or fringe benefits should be directed to the Human Resources Office. They can be reached via email at hr@u4sd.org or by phone at 217-351-3822. 

Additional Notes

Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.

How to Apply

Please apply online HERE.

• This position will remain posted until the hiring process is complete; however, interviews will be conducted as soon as a suitable pool of candidates is found. To ensure consideration, please submit your application materials as soon as possible.

• If you are interested in a brief, confidential conversation regarding your possible interest in this position prior to filling out an application, please contact Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Ken Kleber at (217) 351-3822.

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/champaignschools/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?Category=Support+Staff+(Non-Licensed)&AppliTrackJobId=2125&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

Email Address

hr@u4sd.org

School District

https://www.champaignschools.org/

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/champaignschools/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?Category=Support+Staff+(Non-Licensed)&AppliTrackJobId=2125&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card