Benefits Manager

Job Title: Director of BenefitsJob Type: Full Time/PermanentJob Duration: Permanent-HYBRIDLocation: Houston, TX 77024Pay rate: $140K/yr – $180K/yr + bonus + benefits*MUST HAVE- 10+ years healthcare benefits leadership with $400M+ medical and large-scale retirement plan experience required. *Education: Bachelor's degree in business, HR Management or related discipline; master's degree preferred**Healthcare experience is Required*NOTE-Signing Bonus- NoBonus Description- 20-30%Relocation Package - NoneTravel Required- Travel not requiredBenefits- Dental Insurance/ Medical Insurance/ Vision Insurance/ Life Insurance/ Retirement/ Equity/ Work from Home/ Paid Time Off/ OtherMust-HavesDo you have 10 years' experience managing benefits operations & implementation of benefit programs?Do you have benefits experience in healthcare?Do you have experience with plan design/evaluation/ compliance/implementation for health and welfare, pension, 403(b), 401(k)?Job DescriptionThis position is responsible for the design, implementation, administration and communication of the benefit programs and the supervision of consulting firms, brokers, and trustees. Ensures all benefit programs are compliant with IRS and ERISA regulations.Minimum Qualifications-Education: Bachelor's degree in business, HR Management or related discipline; master's degree preferredLicenses/Certifications: Certification in HR-related area preferred, e.g. Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS)Experience / Knowledge / Skills:10 years' experience managing benefits operations encompassing the implementation of benefit programs, administration and compliance of qualified retirement plans, health and welfare benefit plans and wellness initiatives in a complex integrated healthcare system or multi-divisional companyPrior experience with HRIS database requiredProven management skills and the ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team of professionals capable of achieving aggressive business goals and objectivesExperience with plan design/evaluation/ compliance/implementation for health and welfare, pension, 403(b), 401(k), non-qualified, life and AD&D insurance, short term disability and voluntary benefits plansExperience with COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and health care reform lawWellness plan development and implementation experience desirableDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and the ability to determine when escalation of issues is requiredStrong attention to detail and follow-up skillsCritical thinking and problem resolution skillsDemonstrated strong computer skillsEffective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are essential