Head of Benefits

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed both major and minor which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time

Benefits Plan Management

• Oversee health & welfare programs ($100M budget and retirement plan assets $1.6B)

• Lead plan design funding strategy and claims analysis across self-insured medical life LTD IDI leave ADA wellness and point solutions

• Manage qualified and non-qualified defined contribution plans and executive benefits

• Partner with actuaries brokers and TPAs to optimize performance and manage risk

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive benefits strategy that supports organizational goals

• Serve as a thought leader on emerging trends in benefits wellness and total rewards

• Work in close partnership with key stakeholders throughout the organization to ensure alignment and sustained engagement

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with ERISA ACA HIPAA COBRA and other regulations

• Lead audits filings and reporting requirements related to benefits programs

• Responsible for coordinating regular Employee Benefits Fiduciary Committee meetings assisting with developing Charter agendas meeting minutes

• Partner with internal and external ERISA counsel to mitigate legal and operational risks

M&A and Due Diligence Benefits Strategy

• Review existing target benefit plans to identify liabilities compliance issues and cost implications

• Align target benefit offerings across organizations to support retention equity and cultural cohesion

• Lead messaging around benefit changes to reduce uncertainty and maintain trust during the transition

Financial Acumen Vendor & Budget Oversight

• Oversee benefits budgeting including forecasting reconciliation financial reporting and cost optimization strategies

• Build and manage strategic vendor partnerships to ensure cost-effective high-quality service delivery across all benefit programs

• Lead contract negotiations and performance monitoring to drive value and accountability

• Direct fee benchmarking

• Maintain rigorous invoice reconciliation protocols to ensure financial integrity

• Collaborate with Finance to develop and monitor IBNR and other reserve methodologies for accurate liability management

Employee Experience & Communication

• Design and deliver engaging benefits communications and education campaigns

• Champion employee wellness initiatives and drive participation in health programs

• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR business partners and senior leadership

• Develop and maintain benefits intranet resource

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of benefits professionals

• Foster a culture of collaboration innovation and continuous improvement

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Bachelors degree in business related major or equivalent education and related training
10 experience of progressive experience in health and wellness benefits management including experience in management of a self-funded plan.
Strong knowledge of benefits compliance plan design and vendor management
Exceptional analytical communication and negotiation skills
Experience in a multi-state high-growth organization required

Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in human resources Business Administration or related field or MBA
CEBS designation
International employee benefit knowledge

Insurance industry experience

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of CRC Group: At CRC Group were committed to supporting every aspect of teammates well-being physical emotional financial social and professional. Our best-in-class benefits program is designed to care for the whole you offering a wide range of coverage and support. Eligible full-time teammates enjoy access to medical dental vision life disability and AD&D insurance; tax-advantaged savings accounts; and a 401(k) plan with company match. CRC Group also offers generous paid time off programs including company holidays vacation and sick days new parent leave and more. Eligible positions may also qualify for restricted stock unitsand/or a deferred compensation plan.

CRC Group supports a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race gender color religion citizenship or national origin age sexual orientation gender identity disability veteran status or other classification protected by law. CRC Group is a Drug Free Workplace.

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