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University of Alabama

Benefits Specialist II - 527300

🇺🇸 Tuscaloosa, AL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $54K - $67K

💻 Human Resources

🗓️ August 19th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Alabama is hiring a Benefits Specialist II. This role involves acting as the subject matter expert for benefit programs, providing guidance and training to entry-level staff, assisting employees with benefit plan inquiries and enrollment, and coordinating with vendors on special projects.

Highlights

  • Serve as the subject matter expert for benefits programs and policies.
  • Provide guidance and training to entry-level benefits specialists.
  • Assist employees with all aspects of benefit plans and enrollment processes.
  • Act as a liaison with vendors on special projects.
  • Required knowledge includes HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA, ADA, ACA, and benefits legislation.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to quickly learn new systems and applications.
  • Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 2 years benefits experience or master's degree with some benefits experience.
  • Preferred certifications include Human Resources or Benefits-related certifications; experience in higher education is favorable.
  • Compensation: Salary range from $53,500 to $66,900 (Salaried E8).
  • Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, within the Benefits department.