Director of Benefits

What You'll Do

• Lead Benefits Strategy & Program Design
• Develop and execute a comprehensive benefits strategy that supports employee wellbeing, retention, and organizational growth
• Design and manage health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement, wellness, and leave programs
• Evaluate market trends and benchmark programs to ensure competitiveness and value
• Identify opportunities to enhance employee experience while managing costs and maximizing return on investment
• Drive Employee Wellbeing
• Build and advance a holistic wellbeing strategy focused on physical, emotional, financial, and social health
• Partner with internal stakeholders to promote benefits utilization and employee engagement
• Lead benefits education and communication initiatives to ensure employees understand and appreciate available resources
• Manage Vendor Relationships & Benefits Operations
• Oversee relationships with brokers, consultants, carriers, and third-party administrators
• Lead vendor selection, contract negotiations, performance management, and annual renewals
• Ensure efficient administration and delivery of all benefits programs
• Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and related benefit laws
• Partner with Legal, Compliance, Finance, and HR leaders on audits, reporting, and governance initiatives
• Ensure accurate plan documentation, filings, and regulatory reporting
• Leverage Data & Analytics
• Utilize HRIS systems and benefits analytics to evaluate program effectiveness and identify trends
• Develop executive-level reporting and recommendations to support strategic decision-making
• Analyze participation, utilization, and cost data to guide future program enhancements
• Provide Leadership & Partnership
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing benefits team
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, HR business partners, and organizational stakeholders
• Collaborate with Compensation, Talent Acquisition, and Workforce Planning teams to support an integrated total rewards strategy

What You Bring

• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive benefits leadership experience, including oversight of large-scale employee benefit programs
• Demonstrated experience managing health and welfare plans, retirement programs, wellness initiatives, and leave administration
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and other benefits-related regulations
• Experience leading vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and benefits strategy
• Healthcare, hospital, or health system experience preferred
• Master's degree in a related field
• Professional certifications such as CEBS, CBP, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or similar credentials
• Preferred Qualifications

Key Strengths

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and operational excellence
• Deep expertise in employee benefits and wellbeing program design
• Data-driven decision maker with strong analytical skills
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Proven ability to influence and partner effectively with executive leadership
• Passion for creating programs that improve employee wellbeing and organizational success

Caring for Our Team

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program
• Shift differential for evening, night, or weekend shifts

Happy to Help

We believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.