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University of Rhode Island

Specialist, Employee Benefits (Retirement)

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Kingston, RI

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $65K - $70K

💻 Human Resources

🗓️ December 22nd, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Rhode Island is hiring a Specialist, Employee Benefits (Retirement). The role manages the daily operations and oversight of the 403(b) Retiree Medical plan for eligible employees and retirees across multiple Rhode Island public higher education institutions. The specialist also assists with various retirement savings plans, the long-term disability program, and overall benefits program implementation for URI employees.

Highlights
  • Manage 403(b) Retiree Medical plan operations for URI, Rhode Island College, Community College of Rhode Island, and Office of Postsecondary Commissioner.
  • Assist with 403(b) retirement, Supplemental Retirement Choice Plus, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation plans.
  • Support URI's long-term disability program and benefits implementation.
  • Develop employee communications and conduct workshops about retirement plans and benefits.
  • Maintain billing, reconciliation, and COBRA systems; prepare statistical reports on plan activities.
  • Collaborate with vendors, plan providers, and university departments such as Payroll and Controller offices.
  • Required technical skills include Microsoft Office Suite, Gmail, PowerPoint, Excel, Google Sheets, and database management.
  • Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, minimum three years of employee benefits experience, strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Preferred qualifications include CEBS certification or coursework and experience with Workday or other HCM technology.
  • Anticipated salary range: $65,000 - $70,000, full-time, permanent position with hybrid work schedule eligibility after onboarding.