Director of Benefits and Wellness Programs

Barry University; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Barry University in Miami is seeking a Director of Benefits and Wellness Programs to lead the strategic direction, administration, and compliance of employee benefits and wellness initiatives. You will partner with the AVP of HR to shape policies, programs, and governance across benefits offerings, retirement plans, and wellness activities.

The role requires oversight of regulatory filings, coordination with external providers, and mentorship of the Benefits & Wellness team to optimize

Qualifications

• Requires a higher education degree (Bachelors or higher) with HR/benefits experience.
• Experience implementing and administering employee benefits and wellness programs.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA and related laws/regulations.

Responsibilities

• Define strategic direction for university benefits and wellness programs.
• Oversee compliance with ERISA, HIPAA and regulatory reporting.
• Manage staff and budgets for Benefits and Wellness.
• Collaborate with senior HR leadership to develop policies and programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written and oral communication

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

High School Diploma or GED

CEBS

PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP certifications

Tools

Ellucian

Workday

Softdocs

Microsoft Office

Job description

Director of Benefits and Wellness Programs page is loaded## Director of Benefits and Wellness Programslocations: Miami Shores- Main Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0007495# **Summary**Barry University, Human Resources department is currently seeking a Director of Benefits and Wellness Programs. This position is responsible for the strategic direction, oversight and administration of the university’s employee benefits and wellness program, ensuring the organization is in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations. In addition, the position works closely with the Associate Vice President of Human Resources in developing, implementing and evaluating ongoing HR policies, programs, functions and activities for benefits and wellness initiatives.# **Essential Functions**1. Establishes the strategic direction of benefits and wellness programs by:* Overseeing benefit programs to include analysis and acts as primary contact with providers (including group health, dental, vision, LTD, Life, etc.), workers' compensation, and retirement plans.* Evaluating and comparing existing benefits with those of other institutions by analyzing other plans.* Participating in benefit surveys and utilizing other sources of information to make recommendations for improvements or changes to existing benefits and wellness programs.* Developing annual goals and long-term objectives.* Developing annual action plans to meet goals and long-term objectives.* Developing and implementing policies and procedures related to all benefit and wellness programs.* Assures University compliance with provisions of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, Health Care Reform, and all regulatory compliance relating to benefit and wellness programs.* Supervises preparation of reports and applications required by law to be filed with federal and state agencies, such as the Internal Revenue Service, Department of Labor, insurance commissioners, and other regulatory agencies.* Reviews and analyzes changes to state and federal laws pertaining to benefits and reports necessary or suggested changes to leadership.* Oversees compliance with all regulatory mailings, communications, and filing of reports as required. Acts as primary contact to a third-party administrator, General counsel, and external counsel who assist with University compliance.* Plan, direct, and supervise all activities relating to the administration and maintenance of employee benefit programs. Develop, implement, and control programs in a manner that ensures cost-effectiveness, market competitiveness, and internal equity among employees. This includes the administration of the University Tuition Assistance Plans, FMLA, Leave plans, and all 403B/401K hardships, loans, and withdrawals.* Provide oversight, mentorship, and direction for staff within Benefits and Wellness by establishing annual goals, conducting annual performance appraisals, and coaching when appropriate.* Oversees and processes all unemployment claims through UCAC. Schedules all hearings and files all appeals. Compiles and analyzes all unemployment data including the number of claims, financials, etc.* Analyzes aggregate health claims data to recommend and implement employee wellness initiatives based on claims to drive lifestyle and behavior changes which will lower claims and premiums for the future.2. Develop, manage, and forecast HR budgets related to Benefits and Wellness:* Responsible for monthly reconciliation of Purchasing Credit Card (AMEX).* Responsible for the submission of annual budgetary reports.* Responsible for the preparation of quarterly, and annual reports relating to Benefits and Wellness.3. Serves on various University and external committees as appropriate:* Serves as a Human Resources advisory member to the Administrative Staff Council (ASC). Serves as an HR advisory member and lead efforts for the Benefits Subcommittee of the ASC.* Serves on the Human Resources Advisory Committee (HRAC) to ICUBA. This will require monthly travel.* Serves on the University Wellness Initiative Network (WIN) in order to collaborate and provide strategic direction to employee wellness programs on campus.* Serves on the Retirement Committee of the University.* Serves on the University Benefits Committee.# **Qualifications/Requirements**# * High School Diploma or GED is required* Bachelor's degree is preferred in any field of study* Master's degree is preferred in any field of study* Certifications in CEbS, PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP is preferred.* 5-8 years of work related experience is required* Advanced Analytical skills required* Advanced written and oral communications sills required* Must be able to analyze statistical data for claims, spend analysis for all benefit and wellness related programs.* Must be able to multitask and manage projects effectively.* Ability to utilize Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and HRIS software (e.g., Ellucian, Workday, Softdocs etc.).* Must have excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal. High customer service skills in relationship to consulting with supervisors and communicating with employees of Barry University.* Must have excellent proofreading and editing skills.* Must be able to communicate effectively as a presenter for benefit related meetings, workshops and training. Must possess excellent listening skills.Benefits: Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.Barry University is a private Catholic institution with a history of academic excellence. Founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, Barry University now offers more than 100 undergraduate, master, professional, and doctoral degree programs. Barry University provides a nurturing environment built on strong values, mutual respect, and collaborative service to the community.The University seeks to recruit and retain a diverse group of student-centered faculty and staff who are dedicated to activities that enhance the quality of University life. The Barry experience fosters individual and communal transformation where learning leads to knowledge and truth, reflection leads to informed action, and a commitment to social justice leads to collaborative service.Barry University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. This policy applies to students, employees, applicants and trustees with respect to participation in any program, benefit, activity or student/employment opportunity offered by the University. Every member of the University community is expected to uphold this policy as a matter of mutual respect and fundamental fairness in human relations. Every student of this institution has a responsibility to conduct himself/herself in accordance with this policy as a condition of enrollment. Further, every University employee has an obligation to observe Barry University policies and implementation of federal and state law as a term of employment. No person shall be retaliated against for reporting violations or concerns about prohibited discrimination or bias through appropriate University channels.