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Benefits Consultant roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process when the position requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. Employers file with DOL to certify no qualified U.S. workers are available before petitioning USCIS for permanent sponsorship.
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Join a team that delivers excellence.
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.
Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Summary
The Retirement Benefits Analyst serves as a subject matter expert for the organization's Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution retirement programs. The Retirement Benefits Analyst provides comprehensive escalation support to stakeholders, including colleagues, managers, and HR business partners while maintaining critical administrative functions across all retirement benefit plans. The Retirement Benefits Analyst is charged with using analytical problem-solving skills and subject matter expertise to execute and support assigned retirement benefits programs and to provide exceptional customer service to stakeholders.
Job Duties
- Serves as a subject matter expert and point of contact for escalated colleague retirement benefits program inquiries; provides exceptional customer service to colleagues and other stakeholders; resolves retirement benefits-related issues through investigation and coordination with internal and external partners; guides colleagues through retirement benefits enrollment processes, and plan changes; responds to inquiries via phone, email, and in-person meetings in a timely and professional manner; ensures complete resolution of retirement benefits inquiries; participates in colleague and new hire benefits presentations; escalates complex benefits inquiries as necessary.
- Ensures the timely and accurate processing of retirement benefits transactions in accordance with best practices and applicable legal requirements; maintains accurate retirement benefits records and ensures data integrity across systems; coordinates with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure accurate and compliant processing and reconciliation of retirement benefits transactions; supports enrollment activities including communications, system updates, and employee meetings; reconciles and processes retirement benefits-related invoices.
- Supports the implementation of new retirement benefits programs through administrative setup and employee communications; maintains ongoing retirement benefits operations through proactive monitoring and issue resolution; collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless program delivery and colleague experience.
- Analyzes data sources to provide evidence-based recommendations about process improvement within the retirement domain; and researches and analyzes retirement benefits-related issues to identify root causes and develops resolution recommendations.
- Leverages organizational knowledge and insights to enhance retirement benefits program effectiveness; contributes to knowledge sharing initiatives within the Retirement Team; and documents processes, procedures, and best practices to ensure continuity and consistency.
- Identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for process improvements and program enhancements; proactively adopts and leverages technology tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and user experience.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work experience
- 2 years in Benefits Administration
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including ability to work with formulas and pivot tables
- Strong analytical skills, critical thinking skills, and attention to detail
- Experience working with an Enterprise Human Capital Management System
- Skilled in process management
- Ability to listen actively, communicate clearly and empathetically, take responsibility, adapt, and exercise self-control under pressure.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years in Human Resources Operations
- Working knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements affecting employee benefit programs, including ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, Medicare and Social Security, and DOL requirements.
- Experience working with outsourced benefits administration vendors
- PHR - Professional in Human Resources - HR Certification Institute or
- CP - Certified Professional - Society for Human Resource Management or
- CCP - Certified Compensation Professional - WorldatWork or
- CEBS - Certified Employee Benefits Specialist - International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
Additional Qualifications
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
Location
REMOTE IN PENNSYLVANIA
1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd, 18103, Allentown, United States (Map)
Retirement Benefits Analyst
Join a team that delivers excellence.
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.
Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Summary
The Retirement Benefits Analyst serves as a subject matter expert for the organization's Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution retirement programs. The Retirement Benefits Analyst provides comprehensive escalation support to stakeholders, including colleagues, managers, and HR business partners while maintaining critical administrative functions across all retirement benefit plans. The Retirement Benefits Analyst is charged with using analytical problem-solving skills and subject matter expertise to execute and support assigned retirement benefits programs and to provide exceptional customer service to stakeholders.
Job Duties
- Serves as a subject matter expert and point of contact for escalated colleague retirement benefits program inquiries; provides exceptional customer service to colleagues and other stakeholders; resolves retirement benefits-related issues through investigation and coordination with internal and external partners; guides colleagues through retirement benefits enrollment processes, and plan changes; responds to inquiries via phone, email, and in-person meetings in a timely and professional manner; ensures complete resolution of retirement benefits inquiries; participates in colleague and new hire benefits presentations; escalates complex benefits inquiries as necessary.
- Ensures the timely and accurate processing of retirement benefits transactions in accordance with best practices and applicable legal requirements; maintains accurate retirement benefits records and ensures data integrity across systems; coordinates with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure accurate and compliant processing and reconciliation of retirement benefits transactions; supports enrollment activities including communications, system updates, and employee meetings; reconciles and processes retirement benefits-related invoices.
- Supports the implementation of new retirement benefits programs through administrative setup and employee communications; maintains ongoing retirement benefits operations through proactive monitoring and issue resolution; collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless program delivery and colleague experience.
- Analyzes data sources to provide evidence-based recommendations about process improvement within the retirement domain; and researches and analyzes retirement benefits-related issues to identify root causes and develops resolution recommendations.
- Leverages organizational knowledge and insights to enhance retirement benefits program effectiveness; contributes to knowledge sharing initiatives within the Retirement Team; and documents processes, procedures, and best practices to ensure continuity and consistency.
- Identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for process improvements and program enhancements; proactively adopts and leverages technology tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and user experience.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work experience
- 2 years in Benefits Administration
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including ability to work with formulas and pivot tables
- Strong analytical skills, critical thinking skills, and attention to detail
- Experience working with an Enterprise Human Capital Management System
- Skilled in process management
- Ability to listen actively, communicate clearly and empathetically, take responsibility, adapt, and exercise self-control under pressure.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years in Human Resources Operations
- Working knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements affecting employee benefit programs, including ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, Medicare and Social Security, and DOL requirements.
- Experience working with outsourced benefits administration vendors
- PHR - Professional in Human Resources - HR Certification Institute or
- CP - Certified Professional - Society for Human Resource Management or
- CCP - Certified Compensation Professional - WorldatWork or
- CEBS - Certified Employee Benefits Specialist - International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
Additional Qualifications
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
Location
REMOTE IN PENNSYLVANIA
1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd, 18103, Allentown, United States (Map)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Benefits Consultant
Match your credentials to EB-2 requirements
PERM-sponsored Benefits Consultant roles typically qualify under EB-3, but if your position requires an advanced degree in human resources, compensation, or actuarial science, you may meet EB-2 criteria. Document your highest credential carefully before your employer files.
Target employers with self-funded health plans
Large employers administering self-insured benefits programs have ongoing, specialized needs for benefits consultants and are more likely to sponsor PERM. Focus your search on companies with 500 or more employees where benefits administration is a dedicated function, not a shared HR duty.
Verify your job duties support specialty occupation classification
PERM requires the role to genuinely require a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A benefits consultant position that lists 'any business degree acceptable' can undermine your petition. Confirm that your offer letter and job description specify a relevant field of study.
Use OFLC Wage Search to check prevailing wage before negotiating
DOL sets the prevailing wage your employer must pay during the PERM process. Run an OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and metro area before your offer is finalized so your compensation meets the threshold without requiring a costly amendment later.
Search for sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Identifying which employers have active PERM filings for benefits roles takes hours of manual research. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsoring employers by role and location, so you can apply directly to companies that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor.
Understand that PERM recruitment must precede your I-140 filing
Your employer cannot file the I-140 immigrant petition until DOL certifies the PERM application, which requires completing a formal recruitment process first. Build at least six to twelve months into your timeline between job offer and I-140 submission.
Green Card Benefits Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Benefits Consultant role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Benefits Consultant positions qualify under EB-3, which covers skilled workers and professionals with a bachelor's degree. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree or if your employer files a National Interest Waiver, which is uncommon in this field. Your employer determines the classification based on the actual requirements of the position, not just your personal credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Benefits Consultants?
H-1B visa status is temporary and subject to an annual lottery, while the EB-2 and EB-3 green card process leads to permanent residency with no cap lottery at the petition stage. PERM adds a DOL labor certification step before your employer files the I-140, making the total timeline longer, often two to four years for most nationalities, but the outcome is permanent status rather than a renewable visa.
What does the PERM labor certification process require for a Benefits Consultant position?
PERM requires your employer to conduct a formal recruitment effort, document that no qualified U.S. workers applied, and certify a prevailing wage to DOL before filing. The job description must specify a minimum degree requirement tied to a relevant field. Generic requirements like 'any bachelor's degree' can complicate certification, so the position description needs to be precise.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for Benefits Consultant roles?
Not every employer advertising a benefits role is prepared to sponsor PERM. Migrate Mate lets you filter job opportunities specifically by green card sponsorship history, so you can target employers who have filed PERM applications for comparable roles rather than asking every prospective employer from scratch and risking wasted time.
Can I check the O*NET profile for Benefits Consultant to strengthen my PERM petition?
Yes. The O*NET occupation profile for Benefits Consultants documents the knowledge, skills, and typical education level associated with the role. Your employer's attorney can reference this profile when drafting the job description to demonstrate that a bachelor's degree in a specific field is a standard requirement, which supports the PERM filing and reduces the risk of a DOL audit.