The Role:This position is responsible for comprehensive, competitive employee benefit programs for the Company; and responds to employee and management needs regarding benefits, retirements, disabilities, and leaves. This position is also responsible for the implementation of a strategic wellness program, Workman's Compensation and return-to-work program for all properties.
Responsibilities:- Establish annual priorities and overall strategic direction, ensuring that all benefit and retirement programs are aligned with the company's annual and long-term strategic objectives. Analyze current and developing legislation, healthcare regulations and other environmental factors impacting plan performance and program competitiveness.
- Ensure that benefit plans are administered in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, ERISA, DOL, IRS.
- Conduct annual evaluations of coverage and policies to assess cost effectiveness and competitiveness. Lead financial, strategic and statistical analysis involved in designing, developing and managing benefit and retirement programs.
- Manage relationships with vendors, brokers and carriers, including monitoring of cost, service levels, processes, and accuracy of data. Lead negotiations and renewals with providers including governance, contract compliance, issues management, communications frequency, schedule and approach.
- Oversee the effective communication of the company's employee benefits plans and program to optimize impact and understanding.
- Lead, develop and motivate a team of benefits professionals in accomplishing goals associated with the benefits function and its objectives
Competencies: - Technical Capacity.
- Communication Proficiency.
- Problem Solving/Analysis.
- Organization Skills.
- Teamwork Orientation.
- Time Management
Qualifications:- 10+ years of benefits administration with at least five to seven years of plan strategy and design experience
- Experience with all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements (i.e., ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA)
- Experience working with multiple vendors, including vendor management and negotiations.
What's in it for you:- Competitive salary with annual performance reviews
- Bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive health coverage plan that includes medical, dental, and vision
- 401(K)/ Company Match
- Access Perks and Childcare discounts
Target Compensation:- $125,000- $150,000 Annual Salary
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
