Manager, Benefits

IEHP

Rancho Cucamonga (CA)

On-site

USD 118,601 - 157,144

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

State of the art fitness center on-site

Medical Insurance with Dental and Vision

Life, short-term, and long-term disability options

Career advancement opportunities

Wellness programs

Flexible Spending Account – Health Care/Childcare

CalPERS retirement

457(b) option with a contribution match

Paid life insurance for employees

Pet care insurance

Job summary

IEHP in Rancho Cucamonga, California, is seeking a Manager, Benefits. This role involves managing comprehensive employee benefit programs, overseeing compliance with regulations, and fostering a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate has a robust background in human resources, particularly in benefits administration, and possesses leadership qualities along with strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and various employee perks including medical insurance, retirement options, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

Minimum of six years of Human Resources experience in benefits administration required.
Two years of leadership experience in a human resources environment required.
Experience with fully- and self-insured medical plans preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and administer employee benefit programs including health and retirement plans.
Oversee vendor and broker relationships and contract compliance.
Ensure adherence to federal and state regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of California state and federal laws

Deep understanding of benefits administration

Strong computer proficiency

Excellent verbal and written communication

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Leadership and team management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or relevant field

Master’s degree from an accredited institution

CEBS, PHR or SPHR certification

Tools

Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

Manager, Benefits

The Manager, Benefits is responsible for the administration and management of comprehensive employee benefit programs, including health, life, disability, retirement, wellness, and recognition initiatives. This role ensures effective communication and education of benefits offerings through materials, events, and digital platforms, while serving as a trusted resource for team member inquiries and issue resolution. The Manager oversees vendor and broker relationships, contract compliance, and billing accuracy, while maintaining adherence to federal and state regulations such as ERISA, ACA, COBRA, and HIPAA. Additionally, this position leads a team, fosters cross‑functional collaboration, and aligns benefits strategies with organizational objectives. The Manager continuously evaluates industry trends to recommend enhancements, ensures audit readiness, and safeguards the confidentiality of team member data.

Commitment to Quality

The IEHP Team is committed to incorporate IEHP’s Quality Program goals including, but not limited to, HEDIS, CAHPS, and NCQA Accreditation.

Perks

Competitive salary
State of the art fitness center on‑site
Medical Insurance with Dental and Vision
Life, short‑term, and long‑term disability options
Career advancement opportunities and professional development
Wellness programs that promote a healthy work‑life balance
Flexible Spending Account – Health Care/Childcare
CalPERS retirement
457(b) option with a contribution match
Paid life insurance for employees
Pet care insurance

Education & Requirements

Minimum of six (6) years of Human Resources experience required in the benefits administration of health/welfare and retirement plans for multiple carriers
Minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience or in a lead capacity in a human resources environment required
Experience with fully‑and self‑insured medical plans preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or relevant field from an accredited institution required
Master’s degree from an accredited institution preferred
CEBS, PHR or SPHR certification preferred

Key Qualifications

Knowledge of California state and federal laws and human resources principles, procedures, and practices
Deep understanding of benefits administration, plans, programs, and systems
Knowledge and experience with CalPERS or similar pension plan preferred
Experience with benefits administration for leave of absences is a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication with critical thinking skills
Strong computer proficiency and technical aptitude
Skilled in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.
Outstanding interpersonal skills to build and enhance internal and external relationships
Excellent time management skills
Strong leadership and team management skills
Ability to interpret and succinctly communicate information and data to various stakeholders
Ability to demonstrate discretion, good judgment, tact, and diplomacy
Ability to plan and set priorities
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple activities concurrently
Ability to effectively deliver presentations in person and via virtual platforms