Position Summary:
The Benefits Manager in a shared leadership model with the Manager of Pay Programs and Analytics is responsible for the administration and performance of the benefit programs and leadership of the Benefits Department. This position is specifically responsible for: health benefit programs, life insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, pension and 403(b) plans, daycare, and wellness/wellbeing programs. The Manager of Pay Programs and Analytics will be responsible for: leave of absence, disability, Workers’ Compensation and Combined Time Off. The incumbent will partner with the Director of Total Rewards and the Manager of Pay Programs and Analytics to maintain an affordable and competitive benefits package. He/she deals extensively with brokers and vendors to introduce and modify plans and their administration. The manager oversees projects designed to increase efficiency and promote customer satisfaction, including education and awareness, program development and changes, vendor changes, software upgrades and implementations. The manager ensures benefit programs and their administration are compliant with plan documents and statutory regulations. Accordingly, the manager is expected to engage in ongoing professional development to maintain an understanding of changes affecting all plans. The Benefits Manager serves as a content expert within Human Resources and to other leaders and departments throughout the organization. The manager prepares the benefits budget and monitors plan performance and investigates variances. The manager is also responsible for the composition and interpretation of policies related to benefit programs.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources management, Business, or other related field. Professional certification such as SPHR or CEBS is preferred.
Experience:
Five or more years of experience in human resources and benefits administration with exposure to large organizational settings. Proven knowledge of employee benefit plans and governing regulations such as COBRA, ERISA, ACA, and HIPAA. Demonstrated experience with the administration of health and welfare plans, retirement programs, and wellness programs. Progressive leadership experience is required.
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