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University of Nebraska - Omaha

Benefits Specialist

🇺🇸 Omaha, NE

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $60K

💻 Human Resources

🗓️ August 29th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Nebraska Omaha is hiring a Benefits Specialist responsible for coordinating and administering the NU Flex benefits program, retirement plans, and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) compliance for faculty, staff, and retirees. The role acts as a key contact for benefits-related inquiries, ensures compliance and accuracy, supports campus-wide HR initiatives, and performs related administrative tasks.

Highlights

  • Manage daily administration of benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, voluntary plans, and retirement for about 1,400 employees and 250 retirees.
  • Administer FMLA and other leave programs in compliance with university policies and federal/state laws.
  • Conduct benefits orientations and coordinate open enrollment processes using SAP system.
  • Provide training and communication on FMLA policies to faculty, staff, and supervisors.
  • Support wellness programs and coordinate benefits-related events like wellness fairs and retirement planning seminars.
  • Prepare reports, maintain records, and liaise with insurance carriers and vendors such as BCBS, EyeMed, TIAA, Fidelity, EmpiRx, and Assurity.
  • Required qualifications include an associate’s degree or equivalent with three years of related experience; preference for candidates with higher education experience and certifications like CEBS, CBP, PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
  • Salary is $60,000 annually; position is full-time, exempt, and offers partial remote/telecommute opportunities.
  • Works within the Business and Finance division, Human Resources and Payroll department.
  • No pre-employment physical, drug screen, credit, or motor vehicle license check required.