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Human Resources
Manager of Benefits
Houston, TX, US
We are searching for a Benefits Manager -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will be responsible for the strategic direction and oversight of all Health and Welfare plans, programs, policies, and services in full alignment with Human Resources strategy.
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Job Duties & Responsibilities
• Leads the Benefits department by providing a comprehensive and cost-effective benefits package that retains and attracts employees, develops and manages vendor partner relationships and the administration of; Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Reimbursement Accounts, and Medical Plan Stop Loss. Also, responsible for Annual Enrollment and Benefit Committee presentations
• Possesses a working knowledge of all statutory requirements and stays informed on legislative changes impacting employee benefits. Proactively manages processes and programs to remain compliant by ensuring compliance with Federal laws. Accountable for Benefit plan non-discrimination testing, Form 5500 filings, W2, and Medicare reporting
• Manages team members and team activities by establishing guidelines for individual and team performance to ensure desired outcomes and to meet department and organization goals. Maintains responsibility for completion of job responsibilities, attendance, performance management, customer service, and ongoing competencies. Provides performance coaching, training, and development opportunities, and arranges appropriate assignments
• Participates in annual budget development, adheres to budget, and provides financial oversight for Benefits department cost centers. Identifies potential cost reduction opportunities and recommends changes as necessary
• Evaluates new and existing benefits by analyzing plans, surveys, and other sources of information. Plan, develop, and participate in area and industry surveys. Analyze results of surveys and remain abreast of Benefit trends and other health care issues
• In collaboration with the Director of Benefits and Well-Being, provides strategic direction and completes special assignment projects as necessary
• Ensures that The Joint Commission requirements specific to your department are fulfilled but also understand the linkage between your department’s requirements and those of the integrated delivery system
Skills & Requirements
• Required bachelor's degree in human resources or related field
• Preferred master's degree in human resources or related field
• Required 5 years in Human Resources or another related field
• Preferred management experience
About Texas Children’s
Since 1954, Texas Children’s has been leading the charge in patient care, education and research to accelerate health care for children and women around the world. When you love what you do, it truly shows in the smiles of our patient families, employees and our numerous accolades such as being consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation by U.S.News & World Report as well as recognition from Houston Business Journal as one of this city’s Best Places to Work for ten consecutive years.
Texas Children’s comprehensive health care network includes our primary hospital in the Texas Medical Center with expertise in over 40 pediatric subspecialties; the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI); the Feigin Center for pediatric research; Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility focusing on high-risk births; Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, a community hospital in suburban West Houston; and Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands, the first hospital devoted to children’s care for communities north of Houston. We have also created the nation’s first HMO for children, established the largest pediatric primary care network in the country and a global health program that is channeling care to children and women all over the world. Texas Children’s Hospital is also academically affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest, most diverse and successful pediatric programs in the nation.
To join our community of 14,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.
Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
