Manager, Benefits

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‑being of the unique communities we serve. Summary The Benefits Manager is responsible for the management and delivery of high‑quality benefit programs and services aligned with plan provisions and the strategic goals of Pardee UNC Health Care. The Benefits Manager continually investigates new benefits programs, improves existing programs, and supervises and monitors benefits administration. Responsibilities Directs and plans the day‑to‑day operations of group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability, worker's compensation, life insurance, travel and accident plan, flexible spending plan, retirement plans, etc.). Facilitates transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums and plan administration; serves as primary contact for plan vendors and third‑party administrators. Coordinates daily benefits processing and plans, organizes and executes open enrollment. Designs, recommends and implements new benefits programs and examines possible plan designs and benefits cost changes. Negotiates with vendors and administrators for best plans, options and rates. Evaluates and revises internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency. Enters accurate and timely data into HRIS and Benefits tools; maintains routine audits of benefits information in HRIS tools to ensure data integrity. Monitors administrative costs of benefits programs and recommends cost containment strategies, including alternative methods for administration and funding. Prepares budgetary recommendations and assists in the monitoring, verifying and reconciling of budgeted funds. Reviews short‑ and long‑range cost estimates/projections and relevant statistical analyses regarding modifications in benefits programs and implementation of new programs. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 5 years’ benefits administration experience. Preferred Qualifications Society for Human Resources Management Certified Professional (SHRM‑CP). Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) certification issued by the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP). Job Details Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care Organization Unit: Human Resources Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Day Job Location: DOCTORS PARK Exempt From Overtime: Yes Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation. #J-18808-Ljbffr UNC Health