Director Of Benefits

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Director of Benefits
The candidate will be responsible for the overall design, implementation, communication, and administration of the university’s benefit plans and programs for 3,500 staff, 1,200 faculty members, and various part-time employees. Will ensures that the programs support the university’s strategic objectives and adhere to current regulations for all Schools, Colleges and Administrative Units throughout the University. Manage the benefits team and partner closely with other human resource leaders particularly shared services, wellness and information technology to implement and administer benefits. Research trends and legal developments, network with colleagues in other higher education institutions, and compile benchmarking data to discover and evaluate possible changes to benefit plan designs. Use critical strategic thinking, creative problem solving skills and sound underwriting principles to propose solutions to identified needs that reflect the University’s culture and priorities. Develop high level financial modeling and analysis to evaluate costs of proposed changes. Lead external vendor evaluations, conduct requests for proposals, review contracts and renewals and evaluate claim audit results for university benefit plans. Manage external consultants and service providers. Act as a change agent by collaborating with key university leaders and stakeholders. Lead campus focus groups and committees to gain better understanding of benefits needs while being transparent with university goals and objectives. Produce comprehensive reports clearly detailing proposed benefit design and recommendations using relevant data and analysis. Develop a creative employee communication strategy with clear and concise messaging to aid in recruitment, annual open enrollment, new hire orientation and other events. Create and deliver dynamic presentations for various employee groups. Direct the administration of plan documents, policies, procedures and best practices to ensure compliance with all benefit laws and regulations. Manage ongoing benefit provider relationships including handling escalated issues, understanding new programs, validating data and collaborating to develop useful reports. Apply understanding of benefit plan administration to assist in the design and improvement of a well-functioning human capital management system. Exemplify University’s commitment to create a community that values diversity and inclusion.

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