Benefits Manager

Benefits Manager

An Overview
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.

The Opportunity

• 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

About the Department
The Human Resources Department is made up of a dedicated team of professionals working to support the strategic direction of the City government through the recruitment, development, and retention of a high quality workforce capable of delivering public services in a complex and stimulating community environment. Through thoughtful planning and the diligent execution of work, the Human Resources Department focuses on the critical needs of our dynamic organization and its employees.

Minimum & Additional Requirements

To qualify for this position, all candidates should possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Health Administration, Business Administration or a related field; at least five 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, and at least two years of supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

To be considered as an ideal candidate, one must also possess a Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Health Administration, Business Administration or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university, as well as:

• 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.