Benefits Administrator - Education Centre - Jobs in Airdrie, AB

Job Description

Education CentreCompany OverviewAs a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 27,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.RVS is located on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy including the Siksika, Kainai, Piikani Nations; the Tsuutina Nation, the Stoney-Nakoda, including the Chiniki, Bearspaw and Wesley Nations; and the Métis Nation of Alberta Region 3.Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.The OpportunityRocky View Schools (RVS) is seeking an outstanding professional for a continuing, full-time (35 hrs/week) position of Benefits Administrator to join our dynamic team. The Benefits Administrator performs all aspects of administering benefits for the employees of Rocky View Schools and also performs other administrative functions.Responsibilities

• Administers employee group benefit plans and deductions which include Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Dental, Extended Health Care, Health Care Spending Account
• Determining eligibility based on Terms of Employment, Collective Agreement and Benefit Carrier Contracts
• Invoicing employees on leave or retirees for benefit payments and reconciling amounts received against invoiced amounts
• Liaising with the Group Benefit Carriers and benefit consultant to coordinate employee benefit plans.
• Coordinating benefit information for applicants of early retiree benefits, leave of absences and parental leaves
• Maintains records and prepares invoices for benefit coverage of retires, as well as employees on Leaves of Absence, Workers Compensation Benefits and Long Term Disability
• Completes projects as requested by the Manager of Payroll

Education/Experience

• Canadian Payroll Association and/or Canadian Benefits Certification
• 2 years experience and knowledge of benefits administration
• Experience in Public Sector and/or Unionized environments an asset

Knowledge and Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of organization, payroll procedures and current government regulations
• Ability to meet strict payroll reporting deadlines, while exposed to frequent interruptions and/or dealing with challenging customer service situations
• Attention to detail and consistency in process application
• Ability to think critically, problem-solve, and provide favorable resolutions to conflicts
• Ability to work independently, with strong planning, organization and executions skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including tact and diplomacy in dealing with internal and external clients

Rocky View Schools Benefits

• 3 weeks Vacation pro-rated based on start date
• 11 Earned Days pro-rated based on start date
• Hybrid (one day a week, working remotely) with Supervisor approval
• Flex Benefits Plan (Extended health, Dental, Wellness/Health Care Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
• Defined Pension Plan
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Free parking

Pre-employment Requirements

• In order to be selected as a candidate for an interview, candidates must submit proof of qualifications/education as required by the position
• The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment

Open to: Internal and External applicantsSalary: $26.25 - $31.89 per hourHow to ApplyWe request all applications be placed through http://rockyview.simplication.com/. Applications must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references.Quote Job Code: #3349835Closing Date: On or before October 28, 2022 by 4:30 pm.Rocky View Schools Human Resourceswww.rockyview.ab.ca/careers/current_opportunitiiesWe appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting youQuick Apply

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