Strategic Benefits & Wellness Leader – Public Sector

Wake County; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% 401(k) contribution

Employee Health Center access

Job summary

Wake County's Benefits & Wellness Manager leads the comprehensive benefits and wellness strategy, overseeing self-insured plans and an integrated leave program. The role directs open enrollment, renewals, system updates, compliance, and strategic plan design enhancements to strengthen the employee experience and cost-effectiveness.

The position requires strong leadership and deep understanding of complex benefits environments, with a track record of building productive relationships across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR related field with six years HR experience incl. two in management.
• Experience managing benefits, wellness programs and vendor relationships.
• Knowledge of benefits laws and regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily operations of benefits and wellness programs to maintain reliable, high-quality service
• Overseeing vendor contracts, addressing escalated concerns, and ensuring strong vendor performance
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant benefits laws and regulations
• Maintaining plan documents, required reporting, and participant communications
• Reviewing and reconciling benefits accounts and invoices to ensure accuracy
• Serving on the County's Benefits Committee and recommending updates driven by data, market trends, and organizational needs
• Leading major system and program initiatives that strengthen program performance
• Developing communication strategies in partnership with vendors and Communications to support clear and accessible employee information
• Partnering with HR, Legal, Payroll, IT, and other departments to improve processes and ensure operational alignment
• Coaching, developing, and supporting staff, to foster engagement, performance, and growth

Skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Strategic thinking

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field

Six years of experience in human resources administration, including at least two years of human resources management experience

Equivalent education and experience are accepted

Job description

Wake County's Benefits & Wellness Manager leads the comprehensive benefits and wellness strategy, overseeing self-insured plans and an integrated leave program. The role directs open enrollment, renewals, system updates, compliance, and strategic plan design enhancements to strengthen the employee experience and cost-effectiveness.

The position requires strong leadership and deep understanding of complex benefits environments, with a track record of building productive relationships across the