Employment Opportunities Designed to Help Us Collaborate in Creation!DEFINED BENEFITS MANAGERThank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago. To view open positions, please enter your search criteria below. You may view all open positions by not specifying any search criteria and selecting the Search button.Position DetailsJob Title: DEFINED BENEFITS MANAGERPosition Number: 8100665Job Category: University StaffJob Type: Full-TimeFLSA Status: ExemptCampus: Chicago-Water Tower CampusDepartment Name: HUMAN RESOURCESLocation Code: HUMAN RESOURCES:RETIREMENT (04600D)Is this split and/or fully grant funded? NoDuties and ResponsibilitiesLoyola University Chicago invites applications for our Defined Benefits Manager position.
Plans and directs implementation and administration of the frozen defined benefit program. Duties involve managing employer contribution history and facilitating the efficient operation of this plan. Authorizes lump sum or monthly payments to qualified recipients. Prepares and communicates information to employees and former employees about the pension program, procedures, changes, and government-mandated disclosures. Maintains knowledge of and changes in government regulations, retirement program trends, and prevailing practices among similar organizations; analyzes plans for cost-control and risk-assessment factors and evaluates vendor services, coverage, and options available through vendors to determine programs best meeting needs of organization as well as makes appropriate recommendations to management. Provides high quality customer service to employees/plan participants by answering their retirement pension questions, resolving problems related to benefits, responding to retiree inquiries and processing enrollment forms and benefit changes. Maintains employee pension data in automated human resources information system and coordinates transfer of data to external vendors, plan providers, auditors, and consultants. Notifies employees and labor union representatives of changes in retirement programs. Regularly audits retirement plans for compliance with government regulations; supports IRS/DOL compliance activities (governance, government filings, premium payments, etc.). Documents and maintains administrative procedures and provides suggestions for continuous improvements. Coordinates and assists with committee meeting planning and setup. Performs other duties as required.Minimum Education and/or Work ExperienceBA or BS degree in human resource management, accounting, finance or related business field and five or more years of related experience in benefit (retirement) administration or related field.Certificates and LicensesPrefer a Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), or Society for Human Resource Management certification (SPHR or PHR) designation or substantial progress towards such certification.QualificationsBA or BS degree in human resource management, accounting, finance or related business field and five or more years of related experience in benefit (retirement) administration or related field.Computer SkillsMS Word processing, MS Excel or Spreadsheets, MS PowerPoint and MS Access or Database Software. Adept user of Internet, e-mail, third-party vendor systems, and other office automation systems.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNoRequired operation of university owned vehiclesNoDoes this position require direct animal or patient contact?NoPhysical DemandsNoneWorking ConditionsNoneOpen Date12/19/2024Close DatePosition Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate$85,000/annPosition Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate$80,000/annSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsAbout Loyola University Chicago: Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world-class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here.As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission-driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all.Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.Quick Link for Posting QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). - * Do you have a BA or BS degree in human resource management, accounting, finance, or a related business field?
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- * Do you have a minimum of five years of related experience in benefit (retirement) administration or related field?
- Yes
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