Director OF Benefits

About the Opportunity The position incumbent is responsible for implementing, directing, and planning the day‑to‑day operations of group and insurance benefit programs across the UNC System, including group health, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability, workers' compensation, term life insurance, travel and accident plans, flexible spending account plans, and ACA, while considering the impact on the UNC Optional Retirement Program, the UNC 403(b), UNC 457(b), Executive Retirement Plans, and Deferred Compensation programs. The incumbent serves as the deputy principal liaison with the Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) and the Department of Insurance on relevant benefit/insurance programs. Duties include serving as a consultative resource in insurance matters for campus Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs), campus‑based human resources (HR) experts in benefits, campus‑based risk managers, and UNC System Office leadership; collaborating with the AVP of University Benefits and UNC System partners and external entities on the development of benefit programs, policies, and systems; helping coordinate or lead key human resources advisory groups; and managing a variety of initiatives and special projects to promote the use of sound benefit and insurance practices and standards throughout the University System. Work Arrangement This position is a hybrid work arrangement and will work at least 1–2 days per week onsite at the Dillon Building in downtown Raleigh’s Warehouse District. UNC System employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina within a two‑hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station. Minimum Education, Experience, and Skills Bachelor’s degree and four years of progressively responsible professional human resources management experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions. Required Competencies Demonstrated expertise in developing employee benefit policies, systems, and procedures. Substantial experience with public sector employee benefit programs and policies. Knowledge of relevant federal laws with respect to employee benefits, and specific subject matter expertise in the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), COBRA, workers’ compensation and related regulations. Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills Prefer individuals with prior experience in the University of North Carolina System, including knowledge of both state and university employee benefit programs. Prefer prior public sector or higher education experience. Recognized certification(s) in the field of employee benefits (e.g., CEBS, World at Work). Job Details Classification: Human Resources Manager Appointment Type: Permanent Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Employment Type: EHRA EHRA Category: Exempt Professional Staff Location: Raleigh, NC USA Position Number: 20074824 Special Instructions to Applicants: The posting remains open until filled, but applications received by Friday, February 27, 2026 will receive priority consideration. Equal Employment Opportunity and Other Information The UNC System Office is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. The UNC System Office is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. To claim veteran’s preference, all eligible persons must indicate their eligibility as requested on the application. A DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, may be required later in the selection process. The UNC System Office participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr