Senior Benefits & Wellness Manager

Texas Southern University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern University is seeking a Senior Benefits Specialist to administer employee benefits programs, enrollments, and claims processing. You will work with ERS and provider insurers, counsel employees on retirement options, and coordinate the University's wellness program.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of related experience, along with knowledge of HR policies, Banner and HRIS systems, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• 3–5 years of benefits administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies and state/federal laws.

Responsibilities

• Administers employee benefits programs including enrollment and claims.
• Interfaces with ERS and provider insurers.
• Counsels employees on retirement options and leaves of absence.
• Prepares benefits materials and coordinates wellness programs.

Skills

Employee benefits

Counseling employees

Retirement planning

Communications

HR policies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Banner

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

Texas Southern University is seeking a Senior Benefits Specialist to administer employee benefits programs, enrollments, and claims processing. You will work with ERS and provider insurers, counsel employees on retirement options, and coordinate the University's wellness program.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of related experience, along with knowledge of HR policies, Banner and HRIS systems, and strong communication skills.