Director, Benefits
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Director Benefits
Location: Houston TX 77024
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Non-Clinical Professional
Salary : $144000- $185000
Vendor fee: $5760-$7400
This position is responsible for the design implementation administration and communication of employee benefit programs. The role also oversees consulting firms brokers and trustees ensuring all programs comply with IRS and ERISA regulations.
Minimum QualificationsEducation:
- Bachelors degree in Business HR Management or related field required
- Masters degree preferred
Certifications:
- HR-related certification preferred (e.g. CBP CEBS)
- 10 years of experience managing benefits operations including program implementation administration and compliance
- Experience with qualified retirement plans health & welfare plans and wellness initiatives
- Background in complex or multi-divisional organizations preferred
- Experience with HRIS systems required
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop teams
- Experience with plan design evaluation compliance and implementation
- Knowledge of 401(k) 403(b) pension non-qualified plans life insurance AD&D disability and voluntary benefits
- Familiarity with COBRA HIPAA FMLA and healthcare regulations
- Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits Strategy & Administration:
- Design develop and manage competitive benefits programs
- Ensure cost-effectiveness and alignment with business objectives
- Oversee benefits delivery vendors and external partners
Compliance & Governance:
- Ensure compliance with ERISA IRS DOL HIPAA COBRA and FMLA regulations
- Manage reporting and disclosure requirements
Leadership & Collaboration:
- Lead and develop the Benefits team
- Partner with HR leadership to align Total Rewards strategy
- Act as a key escalation point for benefits-related issues
Operations & Systems:
- Improve processes for benefits administration and delivery
- Collaborate with HRIS/IT teams to enhance systems and tools
Vendor & Stakeholder Management:
- Manage relationships with consultants brokers and service providers
Analytics & Reporting:
- Develop and track metrics to measure ROI of benefit programs
Communication & Engagement:
- Ensure clear and effective communication of benefits programs
Additional Responsibilities:
- Support organizational goals and continuous improvement initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned
