Benefits Manager

Hunt Companies, Inc; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunt Companies, Inc. based in El Paso, TX, seeks a Benefits Manager to lead benefits programs, including health, welfare, and 401(k) administration, while ensuring legal compliance and timely open enrollment communications.

The role collaborates with HR leadership, brokers, and vendors to optimize programs and resolve service issues. You will manage a team of benefits staff, oversee leave administration, and contribute to the design of new benefit offerings, leveraging strong knowledge of ERISA,

Qualifications

• 4+ years progressive experience in a benefits role; supervisory preferred
• 4+ years with benefits plan design and administration of self-insured and fully insured plans
• 4+ years 401k retirement administration
• 4+ years in multi-benefit program environments including welfare and health
• 4+ years HRIS and benefits administration software
• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred upon hire
• Certified Benefits Professional (CPB) - World At Work preferred upon hire
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and ADA

Responsibilities

• Administers employee benefit programs (health, wellness, disability, life, voluntary benefits) and ensures compliance with policies and laws
• Manages employer-sponsored 401k retirement plan administration including eligibility, plan reviews, and third-party administrators
• Oversees leaves of absence in accordance with state and federal requirements
• Assists in design and implementation of benefit programs
• Collaborates with brokers, carriers, and vendors to address service or claims issues
• Manages open enrollment communications, presentations, and training sessions
• Provides support on benefit plans, claims, and eligibility inquiries
• Ensures compliance with laws by monitoring legislation and advising management
• Manages a team of benefits support staff

Skills

Benefits administration

HR policy interpretation

Data analysis

Employee communications

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

Hunt, based in El Paso, Texas, is a diversified, family-owned holding company that invests in operating businesses, real estate assets and infrastructure assets. Hunt's reputation is built on integrity and performance. Hunt is committed to a culture of transparency for employees, clients, investors, and the communities it serves. Hunt and its affiliates employ more than 4,000 people across the United States and Europe. Hunt Companies Business Services provides support services to all of Hunt ranging from IT, Accounting, Marketing, HR, Treasury, and many other functions.

A Brief Overview

Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, the Benefits Manager plays a critical role within the organization, managing administrative tasks related to employee benefits programs, 401k retirement plan, and supporting the design and implementation of new programs. This role will work closely with Human Resources leadership, benefits brokers, and vendors to ensure the company remains compliant with applicable laws and regulations.

What you will do

• Administers employee benefit programs, such as health insurance, and wellness initiatives, as well as ancillary programs such as short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and voluntary benefits, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations
• Administers the employer sponsored 401k retirement plan. Including but not limited to employee eligibility, plan review, company match, and working with Fidelity and third party plan administrator.
• Oversees the administration of leaves of absence, ensuring adherence to applicable policies and legal requirements at the State and Federal levels.
• Assists in the design and implementation of benefit programs.
• Collaborates with insurance brokers, carriers, and other vendors to address any service or claims issues.
• Manages the open enrollment process, including preparing and conducting employee communications, presentations, and training sessions.
• Provides comprehensive support and assistance to employees regarding benefit plans, claims, and eligibility inquiries.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions to ensure all benefit programs remain compliant.
• Manages a team of benefits support staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's Degree Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years progressive experience working in a benefits role; preferably in a supervisory capacity.
• Minimum of 4 years With benefits plan design and administration of self-insured and fully insured plan designs. Preferred
• Minimum of 4 years 401k retirement administration
• Minimum of 4 years proven success in a multi-benefit program environment including welfare and health.
• Minimum of 4 years with HRIS and benefits administration software.
• Benefit Plan Design. (Advanced proficiency)
• HRIS Benefit Module Oversight. (Foundational proficiency)
• Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, such as ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and ADA.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend appropriate actions.
• Exceptional communication and people skills, capable of effectively presenting complex benefit information to employees at all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Human Resources\\PHR or SHRM-CP Preferred Upon Hire
• Certified Benefits Professional (CPB)-World At Work Preferred Upon Hire

Compensation

We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. We consider internal and external factors as a part of every final offer. We also offer a generous total compensation and benefits package.

A competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA accounts, retirement, rewards programs, and so much more!

EEO/ADA

The Company and its affiliates provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.