Benefits Director

The Director of Benefits is responsible for overseeing the strategy, development and administration of employee benefits programs, including group health, life, disability, voluntary and 401K benefits.

Requirements

• Evaluate opportunities to grow and enhance the employee benefits function
• Oversee benefit program design, pricing, underwriting and carrier negotiations
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA, HIPAA)
• Lead, mentor and manage benefits staff, fostering a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement
• Maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, carriers, and strategic partners
• Analyze market trends to inform product development and competitive positioning
• Monitor department performance and provide executive reporting on key metrics
• Coordinate with HRBPs and senior leaders to enhance benefits and drive retention strategies
• Serve as a hands-on subject matter expert for complex benefits questions, escalations and issue resolution
• Oversee and participate in annual open enrollment activities

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Employer paid continuing education courses and designations via access to Kaufman Institute
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, vision and dental
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Access to Kaufman Wellness Program