State Prog Admin Manager System Manager for Benefits
Saint Paul, MN - USA
Job Summary
Working Title:
State Prog Admin Manager - System Manager for BenefitsInstitution:
Minnesota State System OfficeClassification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
220: Managerial PlanCity:
St. PaulFLSA:
Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:
Full timeEmployment Condition:
Classified - UnlimitedSalary Range:
$41.58 - $60.10Job Description
The position is accountable for the overall effectiveness quality and consistency of benefits and retirement service delivery across the Minnesota State system.Plan organize direct and manage systemwide benefits and retirement administration functions for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. This position provides strategic and operational leadership overbenefitsdelivery within the HR Shared Services model ensuring high-quality consistent and compliant services across the enterprise.The incumbent is accountable forestablishingvision priorities and performance expectations forbenefitsoperations and for building a high-performing team that delivers responsive customer-focused services. This role ensures alignment between enterprise strategy regulatory requirements and day-to-day operations while driving continuous improvement and service excellence.
Salary Range:
$41.58 - $60.10/hourly ($86819 - $125489/annually)
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of five (5) years of professional HR experience in benefits retirement payroll HRIS or related disciplines.Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related fieldmay substitute for one (1) year of professional experience.
Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory or lead work experience.
Experience administering employee benefit programs including health insurance retirement plans and ACA compliance.
Experience interpreting employment laws contracts and policies to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to effectively communicate and influence stakeholders at alllevels.
Preferred Qualification
Professional certifications (e.g. CEBS SHRM-CP/SCP PHR/SPHR).
Experience in a public sector or unionized environment.
Experience with Minnesota State systems (e.g. Workday SCUPPS/SEMA4) and retirement plan administration.
Experience leading change initiatives or shared services operations.
Knowledge of higher education HR and benefits practices
Other Requirements
n/a
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Telework (Yes/No)
Hybrid
About
Minnesota State is committed to attracting retaining and developing talented employees who serve our 200000 students each year throughout the state. We have a vibrant and diverse system of 33 colleges and universities with 14444 dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles employer-paid life insurance short- and long-term disability and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health legal and financial counseling. Detailed plan details rates and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.
To support your life outside of work our package includes 12 paid holidays generous vacation and sick time and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts and various investment options. Furthermore we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position employee classification and collective bargaining agreements.
Desired Start Date:
Position End Date:
Open Date:
0Close Date:
0Posting Contact Name:
Deb GehrkePosting Contact Email:
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Welcome to the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, a system of 33 public colleges and universities with 54 campuses throughout Minnesota.