COBRA Operations Supervisor

About the role

The COBRA Operations Supervisor leads, develops, and supports a high-performing COBRA Operations team while ensuring exceptional customer service, operational excellence, and compliance. This role partners closely with the COBRA Operations Manager and Director of TPA Services to drive team performance, optimize processes, and deliver consistent, high-quality support to clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing COBRA Operations team through regular feedback, performance management, and career development.
• Partner with People & Culture to recruit, interview, onboard, and proactively build a pipeline of qualified talent to support current and future staffing needs.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, collaboration, and operational excellence.
• Oversee daily COBRA operations, including workload management, scheduling, service levels, and team performance.
• Monitor KPIs, customer satisfaction, and operational metrics, implementing action plans to improve results.
• Maintain and enhance standard operating procedures, training materials, and compliance with COBRA regulations.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex customer issues and ensure timely, effective resolution.
• Act as a subject matter expert on COBRA regulations, operational processes, and customer support best practices.
• Collaborate with Product, Operations, Data Services, Finance, and other internal teams to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, customer experience, and team effectiveness.
• Analyze trends, customer feedback, and regulatory changes to recommend and implement process improvements.
• Lead or support strategic initiatives and special projects that advance departmental and organizational goals.

Requirements

• 3+ years of COBRA administration or employee benefits operations experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring, performance management, and employee development.
• Experience leading customer support or operations teams.
• Experience recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and proactively building a pipeline of qualified talent.
• Experience using metrics and KPIs to manage team performance and drive operational improvements.

Qualifications

• A people-first leadership style with a passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• A customer-focused mindset that balances operational excellence with exceptional service.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands and adapt to changing business needs.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills that foster strong partnerships across teams.
• A continuous improvement mindset with a desire to streamline processes, develop talent, and drive operational results.

Skills

• Experience with benefits administration, COBRA, or HR technology platforms.
• Experience developing KPIs, dashboards, and operational reporting to drive team performance.
• Experience leading process improvement, workflow optimization, or system implementation initiatives.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements related to employee benefits administration.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and paid parental leave.

Pay

Hiring Range: $60,000 - $75,000

Schedule

Hybrid