JPA Benefits Account Manager I

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  • AD&D insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

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July 9, 2024

Job Posting #8260.00

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

601 North E St., San Bernardino, CA 92415-0020 • Ted Alejandre, County Superintendent

JPA Benefits Account Manager I

SALARY: $97,882.40 to $111,938.24 Annually (Range 60)

LENGTH OF SERVICE: 227 Days per Year/12 Months

APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 22, 2024 (4:00 PM PST)

LOCATION: California Schools Joint Powers Authority, San Bernardino

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the JPA Employee Benefits Manager, the JPA Benefits Account Manager I will assist with managing benefit portfolios for member districts for the California Schools Employee Benefits Association (CSEBA). The JPA Benefits Accounts Manager I will be a liaison for member districts, providing them with day-to-day client service, including assisting member districts and district employees with benefits, eligibility and claims inquiries. This position will also assist with managing the marketing of group benefit insurance programs and assist with managing the request for proposal process.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Assists with managing employee benefit projects that support and service benefit portfolios for member districts for the California Schools Employee Benefits Association (CSEBA);
  • Provides day-to-day client service to member districts, including assisting member districts and district employees with benefit, eligibility, coverages, options, due dates, timelines, claims, service accounts and other inquiries;
  • Verifies benefits, premiums and other insurance documents;
  • Assists in the coordination – and transfer of data to external vendors, plan providers, auditors and consultants;
  • Assists in managing new employee enrollment, including medical and pharmacy plan eligibility;
  • Resolves eligibility issues, billing and other issues;
  • Assists with marketing group benefit insurance programs;
  • Serves as liaison between member districts and vendor partners, carrier representatives, brokers, consultants and other administration;
  • Keeps abreast of and assists with educating member districts regarding CSEBA governing laws, state and federal benefits compliance measures and government regulations, other benefit program trends and prevailing employer practices, new products and other industry information;
  • Develops and maintains detailed, complex record keeping systems, databases and spreadsheets;
  • Prepares correspondence, reports, forms and other materials;
  • Attends or assists with meetings, trainings, workshops, health fairs, webinars or presentations;
  • Manages new business requests for information and assists with requests for proposals to ensure timely submissions and responses;
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience working with employee benefits; facilitating trainings or workshops; working with computerized record keeping systems and databases;

Skill in the use of PC computer systems and software applications; interpretation and application of agreements, contracts, laws and guidelines related to health and welfare programs; project management; developing solutions for program needs;

Knowledge of group benefits product lines (i.e., medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability); insurance terms; federal and state legislation and legal issues related to health and welfare benefits;

Ability to analyze, interpret and apply laws and regulations; maintain accurate records; exercise sound judgment; administer innovative plans, programs and services; prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously; communicate effectively in oral and written form; establish and maintain effective relationships; work cooperatively and effectively with a diverse groups; travel to various locations;

Physical Abilities include sitting for extended periods, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing/pulling, fine manual dexterity, talking/hearing, and near and far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field of vision


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Two (2) years’ experience in employee health and welfare benefits, sales and marketing or other related fields;
  • Two (2) years preparing reports and databases;
  • Possession of a high school diploma (or its equivalency) or higher or possession of a GED.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in employee health and welfare benefits in a school district, county office of education or non-profit joint powers authority or health benefits industry.

· Completed Online Ed-Join Application (Incomplete application will not be considered. All fields must be filled in);

· Letter of Introduction;

· Current Resume;

· Three (3) Current (signed and dated within 3 years) Letters of Reference;

· Applicants must meet qualifications and attach all necessary materials to online application prior to the stated deadline to qualify as a candidate.

APPLICATION PROCESS: All applications must be submitted through Ed-Join. Go to the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools website at www.sbcss.k12.ca.us; click on Human Resources; scroll down then click on “Click Here” to access the EDJOIN website” and attach your online profile to this job posting #. If you are disabled and need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process, please contact Human Resources at 760 East Brier Drive, San Bernardino, CA 92408 • (909) 386-9561. This facility is handicapped accessible.

The County Superintendent of Schools recognizes that the County Superintendent of Schools Office has primary responsibility for ensuring that it complies with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. The County Superintendent of Schools does not discriminate on actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnic group identification, race, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, religion, colour, mental or physical disability, age or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which the application was made.


State law requires all of our employees to be fingerprinted for the purpose of a confidential background investigation and prohibits the commencement of employment until the background investigation has been completed. Proof of freedom from active tuberculosis based upon an intra‑dermal test must be furnished at time of employment. Public Law 99‑603 (Immigration, Naturalization & Control Act of 1986) requires that all employees hired after November 6, 1986 provide proof of work eligibility. If hired, please be prepared to present appropriate documentation verifying identity and ability to work legally in the U.S. SBCSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $97,882.40 - $111,938.24 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

  • San Bernardino, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Apply here: Link