Who to Contact
Who to Contact for Benefits Questions
For questions related to:
- health, vision and dental plan enrollment (questions related to plan details, network providers, etc. should be directed to Highmark or call the appropriate number on the back of your insurance card)
- Maternity/paternity leave
- Short-term disability
- Workers' compensation and information regarding reporting of on-the-job injuries
- Family medical leave and general leaves of absence
Contact Jennifer Smithmyer, Employee Health & Wellness Coordinator
jsmithmyer@messiah.edu or x7086
For questions related to the 403(b) retirement plan
Contact Don Lerew, Assitant Director of Human Resources
dlerew@messiah.edu or x2030
For questions related to our educational/tuition assistance programs
Contact Karen Blair, HR Data Manager
kblair@messiah.edu or x2289
Not sure?
You can always email us at humanres@messiah.edu or call x5300 and we'll be happy to direct your inquiry to the appropriate person.