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3d ago

Human Resources Benefits Manager

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA New Orleans, LA

New Orleans, LA

3d ago

$70k - $80k/yr Full time Manager Benefits Administration Employee Benefits

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Job Description

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana offers a stable, community-focused environment with on-site work in New Orleans. The role carries a salary range of USD 70,000 to 80,000 per year and requires a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, along with at least five years of benefits administration experience. This position directs the day-to-day operation of group benefit programs and total rewards, acting as the primary employee contact for benefits options.

Benefits and culture

Group health, dental, and vision coverage
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
403(b) and 457 retirement plans
Total rewards programs

Responsibilities

Research compensation and benefits options from vendors to identify best value offerings
Design and implement benefit and compensation programs
Manage benefit plan renewals and overall compensation strategy, including vendor negotiations
Coordinate data transfer with external contacts for services, premiums, and plan administration
Ensure plans run smoothly and resolve discrepancies in non-routine situations
Evaluate internal processes to reduce costs and boost efficiency
Document administrative procedures for benefit and compensation processes
Plan, schedule, and direct work assignments while ensuring regulatory compliance
Maintain timely and accurate filings and long-range objectives for benefits programs
Lead global project implementations related to total compensation, mergers and acquisitions, and HIPAA as they affect group benefits
Oversee daily benefit processing including enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, and related claims
Maintain employee benefit files and update payroll records
Prepare and analyze benefit reports from Group Benefits databases
Provide system support, test functionalities, and assist end users with issues
Analyze current plans for usage, coverage, cost, and trends; propose design changes as needed
Conduct plan audits beyond third-party reviews and prepare actuarial data for evaluations
Monitor administrative costs and develop cost-containment strategies, including budgeting support
Develop proactive communications to explain the benefits package and conduct orientations and open enrollment materials
Deliver training and support to employees and create engaging presentations

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Master’s degree or HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CEBS, CCP) preferred
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in benefits administration, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
Proficiency in Word and Excel; prior experience with a HRIS is required

Technologies

MS Word
MS Excel
MS PowerPoint
MS Access
Netchex

Working relationships

Collaborate with Human Resources, Payroll, Accounting, and Brokers on benefits issues
Coordinate with physicians, insurance providers, network providers, drug companies, attorneys, third-party administrators, and consultants
Build and maintain strong relationships with benefits providers, brokers, and consultants

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

Strong communication and organizational abilities
Ability to interact effectively with colleagues at all levels
Capability to market the organization and explain its mission
English reading, writing, and speaking proficiency
Willingness to work occasional extended hours, including weekends
Ability to perform well under pressure in a dynamic environment
Project management and leadership experience; ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
Strong analytical skills with knowledge of plan design and regulatory requirements
Technical aptitude in MS Office and Netchex; familiarity with benefit contract language
Knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, SECTION 125, Medicare, Social Security, and DOL requirements

Compliance and reporting

Ensure benefits programs comply with applicable federal and state laws including ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ACA, and HIPAA
Prepare and file regulatory reports such as Form 5500
Stay updated on changes in employee benefits laws and adjust programs accordingly

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