Benefits Manager
Minneapolis, MN - USA
Job Summary
Park Dental Partners is seeking a Benefits Manager who will be responsible for the strategy administration and continuous improvement of Park Dentals employee benefits programs. This role oversees health and welfare benefits retirement plans leave administration wellness initiatives and compliance while ensuring an exceptional experience for our doctors and team members.
Working closely with Team Relations Payroll vendors and leadership the Benefits Manager will ensure our benefits programs remain competitive compliant and aligned with our commitment to supporting our people.
Wage Range: $85000-$100000 annually
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What Youll Do
- Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits-related questions from doctors and team members providing timely knowledgeable support.
- Manage the day-to-day administration of all employee benefit programs including medical dental vision life disability voluntary benefits and leave programs.
- Lead annual open enrollment including planning communication education and implementation.
- Coordinate benefit plan renewals and partner with brokers and vendors to evaluate plan performance and recommend improvements.
- Administer the companys 401(k) retirement plan including enrollments contributions distributions loans annual compliance testing audits and required communications.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal state and local regulations including ERISA ACA COBRA HIPAA FMLA and other benefit-related requirements.
- Prepare and submit required government reports and maintain compliance documentation.
- Develop and maintain clear benefits communications educational materials and resources for doctors team members and leaders.
- Research industry trends and recommend enhancements that support recruitment retention wellness and employee engagement.
- Maintain the integrity of HRIS benefits data ensuring accurate records reporting and system functionality.
- Partner closely with Payroll to ensure accurate benefit deductions and timely processing of benefit changes.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes streamline administration and enhance the overall employee experience.
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Five or more years of experience administering employee health and welfare benefit programs.
- Experience managing 401(k) retirement plans and related compliance requirements.
- Strong knowledge of ERISA ACA COBRA HIPAA FMLA and other employee benefits regulations.
- Experience working with HRIS and benefits administration systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build trusted relationships while handling sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
- PHR SPHR SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
40 hours per week Monday-Friday
At Park Dental our people are at the heart of everything we do. As Benefits Manager youll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our doctors and team members by creating an exceptional benefits experience that supports their health financial well-being and overall success.
If youre passionate about employee benefits enjoy improving processes and thrive in a collaborative environment wed love to hear from you.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Get quality dental care in Minnesota from The Dental Specialists, with multiple Twin Cities offices, flexible hours, & a skilled team committed to your smile.