DIRECTOR EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Methodist Health System • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Director of Employee Benefits at Methodist Health System is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and evaluation of the company's health, welfare, absence management, and retirement benefits programs. This position requires a customer-centric mindset and a focus on operational efficiency, ensuring that benefits offerings align with the company's business goals while enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field; Master's preferred.
• Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) or Certified Employee Benefits (CEBS) certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in benefits plan design and administration.
• Experience with Workday HCM or similar systems for benefits administration preferred.
• Strong business acumen and ability to influence stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Expertise in benefits compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and healthcare spend effectively.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Master's in Business Administration or Healthcare Administration preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of health, welfare, and retirement benefits programs.
• Foster a customer-centric approach in all benefits programs, collaborating with HR business partners and finance.
• Drive the strategy for health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, life, and disability plans.
• Leverage data-driven insights to enhance benefits programs and ensure seamless administration using Workday HCM.
• Oversee the integration of employee benefits data into Workday HCM, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Work with the Finance team to ensure accurate data collection, compliance, and coordination of benefits audits.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to recommend innovative solutions.
• Ensure compliance with regulations such as ACA, ERISA, DOL, and IRS.
• Develop training and communication strategies for employees and leadership regarding benefits offerings.
• Build and manage relationships with external vendors to ensure high service standards and prompt issue resolution.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing benefits team.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree