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Assistant Employee Benefits Technician
Description of Duties
This is a technical position responsible for assisting in the administration of a variety of benefits for current and retired employees. Responsibilities include assisting in the application of new and existing Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations governing benefits in order to provide appropriate benefits, assures proper maintenance and accuracy of personnel records, and assists with the clarification of policies and procedures. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of an Employee Benefits Technician or other higher level staff member.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus EITHER:
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s degree plus two (2) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent* experience responsible for benefits administration; OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s degree plus one (1) year paid full-time or its part-time equivalent* experience as defined in (A) above; OR,
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.
NOTE: Successful completion of the Certified Employee Benefits Specialist program may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.
