Job Description

Benefits Administrator

Application Deadline:

September 26, 2025

Salary: $52,290

About Arkansas Tech:

Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor's School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community.

Position Summary:

The Benefits Manager is responsible for directing and planning to the day-to-day operations and reconciliation of employee benefits programs (including, but not limited to, health, dental, vision, life insurance disability, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives. This role ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, manages vendor relationships, and oversees benefits-related communications and education. A key function of this role includes benefits reconciliation, ensuring accurate and timely billing and data integrity. The Benefits Manager works under the direct supervision of the Director of Human Resources and supervises two Benefits and Leave Specialists.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Reconcile and process payments for various benefits. Collaborate with HR team and payroll to ensure proper deductions and accounting. Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Develop and deliver benefits education materials, including presentations and inter/intranet content. Lead open enrollment processes and benefit orientation sessions. Prepare and submit required reports. Partner with ATU departments and the Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE) for requests. Perform specialized duties including research projects. Conduct data analysis. Collaborate with human resources team regarding benefits administration and claims management. Responds to complaints and requests for information from the public, and employees, and vendors. Other administrative tasks and projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Formal education or experience equivalent of a bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or in a related field. Ability to interpret and analyze data, spreadsheets, financials, and investigate discrepancies. Demonstrate knowledge of Microsoft Office products, Ellucian (Banner), Argos, and benefit invoicing software. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Minimum Requirements:

Formal education or experience equivalent of a bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to analyze financial reports, statements and other records. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and other computer applications. Ability to interpret and communicate financial data. Three (3) years of experience in human resources or benefits.

Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:

The typical work environment is an office setting requiring normal safety precautions. Work is usually performed during the normal workweek including regular daytime hours. Work is performed on location at the ATU-Russellville campus.
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?To be considered for the position of

Benefits Administrator

, all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on

September 26, 2025,

before 6:00 pm central time.

Please go to our website atu.edu/hr to apply now.

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Arkansas Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,290.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person