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State of Michigan Benefits Technician 7-E9 in Lansing, Michigan
Benefits Technician 7-E9
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Benefits Technician 7-E9
Salary
$46,904.00 - $64,438.40 Annually
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
1901-24MD-124EBD
Department
Civil Service Commission
Opening Date
11/19/2024
Closing Date
11/26/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Description
Benefits
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Job Description
The Employee Benefits Division is looking for a motivated individual who is organized, has exceptional communication and problem-solving skills and is interested in working in a fast-paced insurance benefits environment. This position will serve as a Departmental Technician performing a range of insurance benefit related transactions and communicating with State of Michigan retirees and employees about insurance benefits.
Ideal candidates will have:
A strong desire to process daily creation of COBRA applications as well as enrollment of received applications.
An ability to calculate and enter complex payroll adjustments related to insurance deductions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/COBRA NPA Departmental Tech PD 2024.pdf)
Required Education and Experience
This position generally requires the education acquired through completion of high school. Specific information of the different class levels is in thejob specifications of the Departmental Technician class. (https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalTechnician.pdf)
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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DPTLTCH – Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?
Yes
No
02
DPTLTCH – Please select your level of experience.
At least one year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 7-level in state service OR completion of at least two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits).
At least One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 8-level in state service. OR One year of experience as a technician or paraprofessional equivalent to the entry level in state service. OR possession of a Bachelor's degree in any major.
At least One year of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR Two years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate level in state service. OR possession of a Bachelor's degree in any major and at least one year of job-related experience.
At least Two years of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR Two years of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR Three years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced level in state service.
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Are you a current employee of the Michigan Civil Service Commission?
Yes
No
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Please select your level of experience working with employee insurance benefits.
None
Less than one year
One to two years
Three to five years
More than five years
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Please describe in detail your experience working with employee insurance benefits. If you responded "None" above, please indicate N/A.
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Please select your level of experience working with the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA).
None
Less than one year
One to two years
Three to five years
More than five years
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Please describe in detail your experience working with the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). If you responded "None" above, please indicate N/A.
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Please select your level of experience processing transactions in an electronic Human Resources and/or accounting system.
None
Less than one year
One to two years
Three to five years
More than five years
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Please describe in detail your experience working with an electronic Human Resources and/or accounting system. if you responded "None" above, please indicate N/A.
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Please select your level of experience processing insurance related Net Pay or Gross Pay Adjustments to refund or recoup over or underpaid premiums?
None
Less than one year
One to two years
Three to five years
More than five years
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Please describe in detail your experience working processing insurance related Net Pay or Gross Pay Adjustments. If you responded "None" above, please indicate N/A.
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Please explain what it means to you to provide excellent customer service.
13
Are you able to provide evidence of internet speeds which support remote work (minimum of 25 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload)?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
State of Michigan
Department
Civil Service Commission
Address
400 S. Pine Street, P.O. Box 30002
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
800-788-1766
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