Benefits Analyst

Job Summary:

The Benefits Analyst 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 HR Generalists, Academic Personnel Analysts, UCPath Center, RASC, & UCOP 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 analyst for the UCSF Benefits Office. Activities include: providing consultation to employees and their dependents, Academic Personnel Analysts, HR Generalists, UCPath representatives, payroll administrators, managers, and supervisors, on UC Health & Welfare Plans and UCRP.  The analyst engages with UCPath, RASC, UCOP, departments, and key liaisons to resolve complex and escalated problems related to employee eligibility and enrollment. Coordinating with HR, Payroll, the UCPath Center, the Retirement Administration Service Center (RASC), 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 service credit buyback estimates; serves on a team to provide education such as New Employee Orientations, new employee benefits consultations, and ad hoc presentations on Health, Welfare and UCRP benefits programs; creates and provides training to HR Teammates, departments, and benefits teammates alike. 

 

Department Summary:

The UCSF Benefits Office is responsible for the local administration of the University of California Retirement System and Health and Welfare Benefit Programs across the UCSF enterprise. In addition to providing benefits consulting services to UCSF faculty and staff across Health & Campus, the UCSF Benefits Office also provides services and administers unique benefits programs dedicated to postdocs and residents/fellows. Clients supported by the UCSF Benefits Office total approximately 35,000 FTE employees (and their dependents):

• Total UCSF Faculty and Staff (Health & Campus): approximately 30,900

• UCSF Residents/Clinical Fellows: approximately 1,900

• UCSF Postdoctoral Scholars: approximately 1,200

 

 

 

Required Qualifications: - 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. - 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 - 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 - Strong knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply and provide consultation on the UC Group Insurance Plan Regulations, UCRP Plan Regulations, federal and state legislation and campus and system-wide practices that govern health welfare and retirement benefits - Direct knowledge of HR information systems and system-wide database management systems (such as UCPath, ROOTS, Oracle HCM) - Direct knowledge of HR information systems and system-wide database management systems, such as UCPath & ROOTS - Strong knowledge of the University Retirement System for all membership classes, including retirement income, UCRP disability and survivor benefits - Proven track record of working in a highly collaborative manner at all levels across the organization - Ability to provide counseling and assist employees in clearly understanding and navigating their benefits choices - Proven ability to use a variety of software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and web based software, etc. - Willingness to learn, adopt, and use AI tools safely and responsibly in support of benefits casework, research, and service delivery Preferred Qualifications: - 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 - Strong knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply and provide consultation on the UC Group Insurance Plan Regulations, UCRP Plan Regulations, federal and state legislation and campus and system-wide practices that govern health welfare and retirement benefits - Direct knowledge of HR information systems and system-wide database management systems, such as UCPath & ROOTS - Strong knowledge of the University Retirement System for all membership classes, including retirement income, UCRP disability and survivor benefits

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 https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , 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 https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.