Exempt Director of Benefits

Job Description

Job Description

Exempt Director of Benefits

Location: Houston, TX Hybrid

Pay Rate: Starting at $69.00/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Dean's Professional Services is seeking an experienced Director of Benefits to provide senior-level leadership for a large, complex healthcare organization in Houston. This high-impact role is ideal for a strategic professional who can seamlessly step in, assess current programs, and lead both the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of a comprehensive benefits portfolio.

This opportunity offers direct exposure to executive leadership and the ability to influence benefits strategy, vendor partnerships, and employee experience across a dynamic healthcare environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the full scope of benefits programs, including health & welfare and retirement offerings

• Evaluate and optimize current benefits strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements

• Oversee medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs, including vendor performance and contract management

• Manage retirement programs such as 401(k), pension plans, and deferred compensation offerings

• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on benefits structure, cost containment, and program effectiveness

• Lead cross-functional collaboration with HR, finance, and leadership teams

• Direct and manage complex RFP processes, including vendor selection, negotiations, and implementation

• Oversee the full lifecycle of annual enrollment, including communication strategy, employee engagement, system optimization, and post-enrollment auditing

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and industry regulations, particularly within the healthcare sector

• Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement across total rewards programs

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field required (Master's preferred)

• 10+ years of progressive experience managing comprehensive benefits programs in large or complex organizations

• Strong expertise in health & welfare plans, retirement programs, and total rewards strategy

• Demonstrated experience leading benefits RFP processes and vendor negotiations

• Proven success managing annual enrollment strategy and execution

• Professional certifications such as CBP or CEBS strongly preferred

• Healthcare industry experience highly preferred

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present to and influence executive leadership

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay with a consistent weekday schedule

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

• Opportunity to make a strategic impact within a large healthcare organization

• High-visibility role working alongside executive leadership

• Collaborative, professional, and mission-driven work environment

Since 1993, Dean's Professional Services has placed over 50,000 professionals nationwide. We specialize in connecting top talent with leading organizations in healthcare, administrative, and professional sectors-focusing on skill, experience, and culture fit.

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