Note: This is 1 year contract that offers full benefits (medical, vision, dental), pension & 401K with possibility of extension beyond that.

The Benefits Specialist independently uses UC Group Insurance Plan Regulations, University of California Retirement Plan (UCRP) Plan Regulations, Summary Plan Descriptions and federal and state legislation to provide consultation and resolve, often complex, health welfare and retirement plan problems; provides guidance to Human Resources (HR) Generalists, UCPath Center representatives, and departmental representatives in support of this function. Functions with a high degree of autonomy and may serve as a benefits expert on campus level work groups and task forces.

Under minimal supervision, this position serves as an experienced benefits specialist for the UCSF Campus Benefits Office. Activities include: providing consultation to employees and their dependents, human resources professionals, UCPath representatives, payroll administrators, managers, and supervisors, on UC Health & Welfare Plans and UCRP. Analyzing Group Insurance Regulations and interacting with insurance carriers and key liaisons to resolve complex and escalated problems related to employee eligibility and enrollment. Coordinating with HR, Payroll, the UCPath Center, and the UC Office of the President (UCOP) to analyze and resolve complex and escalated issues related to UCRP retirement coding and service credit accrual; providing retirement counseling services, UCRP disability counseling and administration; providing and consulting on buyback estimates; serves on a team to provide education such as new employee benefits consultations, and ad hoc presentations on Health, Welfare and UCRP benefits programs; creates and provides training to human resources professionals.

To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (ucop.edu)

Please note: The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% - 120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

The Benefits Specialty Center is responsible for the administration of the University of California Retirement Plan (UCRP) and Health and Welfare programs for all UCSF campus academics and staff, residents, fellows and postdoctoral scholars.

The Benefits Analyst provides consultative services to academics and staff, their dependents, their Academic HR generalists, and their MSOs in support of UC’s Health & Welfare and Retirement programs to include: retirement counseling, disability counseling, managing complex eligibility cases, developing and executing training and communication programs participating in local and systemwide initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in related area and 3+ years of benefits administration experience and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Strong analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated strong writing, speaking, and group presentation skills in order to present information in a clear and concise manner to multiple levels in the organization
• In-depth knowledge of all benefits programs in order to provide information and interpretation
• In-depth knowledge of applicable state and federal law.
• Direct knowledge of HR information systems and system-wide database management systems.
• Proven track record of working in a highly collaborative manner at all levels across the organization
• Ability to provide retirement counseling and assist employees in clearly understanding and navigating all of their options at retirement
• Detailed knowledge of health and welfare benefits programs
• Proven ability to use a variety of software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and web based software, etc.

• Strong in-depth knowledge of organization policies and procedures; knowledge of functional area and understands how work may impact other areas.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the organization's employee benefits function and programs and can address unique circumstances as well as routine situations.
• Direct knowledge of HR information systems and system-wide database management systems, such as UCPath & ROOTS.

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Campus

007720 BENEFITS ANL 3

Human Resources

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Contract

100%

Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work)

Days

8 Hours

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm