12/26/2021
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
As a member of the City of Alexandria Human Resources Leadership Team, the Benefits Manager, is responsible for innovatively leading and driving benefits related programs in accordance to the City government's vision, strategy, and goals.
This position manages the design, administration, interpretation, and evaluation of employee benefit policies and plans for the City. Using the latest technology, the incumbent will lead areas specific, but not limited to, health and wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and City insurance plans.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
Drive innovative and strategic direction of the City's benefit programs, while demonstrating data-driven leadership through analyzing organizational needs and assessing the value on investment (VOI), cost, service, performance, and delivery of employee benefit programs.
Lead annual open enrollment process and consult with brokers to recommend enhancements to benefits policies and practices.
Engage, advise, and collaborate with department leaders on specific employee benefit programs to attract and retain talent; deliver recommendations on new benefit offerings and communication strategies to City Human Resources Leadership and City Senior Management.
Manage, negotiate, and evaluate contracts and relationships with benefits broker, vendors, third-party service providers, and consultants; manage request for proposal responses and selection of benefit vendors.
Manage the employee benefits budget, serve as benefits subject matter expert, in addition to executing projects on time and within budget; remain current with market trends, new products and technology, and changes to state and federal laws affecting employee benefits while recommending essential updates to City Human Resources Leadership and City Senior Management.
Supervise the expansion of the City's employee benefits programs, including health and welfare plans, voluntary benefits programs, and wellness initiatives; and assess strategies to maximize outreach and engage employees in their health, including leveraging behavior strategies to reduce health risks and excess costs.
Consistently and effectively communicate with key stakeholders.
Manage three or more health and wellness professionals.
MINOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
At least five (5) years of progressive management experience as a strategic business partner in employee benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance plans; retirement; flexible spending accounts (FSA); employee assistance; and other benefit programs.
At least five (5) years of experience ensuring compliance with laws and regulations (e.g. ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, SPDs, Form 5500, Form 1095-C).
Demonstrated ability to consistently and effectively communicate with key stakeholders.
At least five (5) years of experience managing vendor relationships.
At least five (5) years of experience in supervisory experience.
At least five (5) years of experience developing and writing policies and procedures and complex related reports; experience with budgeting and contracts; providing professional support and guidance to line and departmental managers within a public or private organization.
CEBS, CBP, CCP and/or WLCP certification preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB
Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Health Administration, Business Administration or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university.
Five (5) years of professional experience administering benefits related program(s) within a public or private organization.
Experience developing and writing policies and procedures and complex related reports.
Experience with budgeting and contracts; providing professional support and guidance to line and departmental managers.
Two (2) years of supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $72,528.30 - $119,218.09 Annually