Benefits Manager

Job Summary

Overseeing the employee benefits program, the full-time Benefits Manager will manage the Benefits Team, develop and implement a comprehensive benefits package, ensure compliance with legal requirements, and stay informed of industry changes while working in a remote environment.

Key responsibilities

• Administer health, welfare, and retirement benefits programs, including billing, deductions, and leave management
• Ensure compliance with regulations such as ERISA and the Affordable Care Act, and communicate benefit program features to employees and management
• Oversee vendor relationships and resolve benefit-related issues while evaluating the efficiency of current benefit programs

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field preferred
• Minimum of five years of progressive benefits experience required
• Experience in education or highly regulated fields, particularly in multi-site and multi-state environments, is highly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to health and welfare benefit plans
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (UKG), benefits platforms (PlanSource), and productivity software (MS Office)