Director of Benefits
SkyWater Search Partners · Bloomington, MN · 3 days ago
Human ResourcesFull-time
Job Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the organization’s long-term benefits strategy, including health, welfare, retirement, and wellness programs.
- Lead enterprise initiatives focused on healthcare strategy, retirement program enhancements, employee well-being, and HR technology optimization.
- Oversee day-to-day administration of benefits programs across a geographically dispersed workforce, including annual enrollment and program governance.
- Partner with Finance, HR, Payroll, HRIS, Legal, Communications, and executive leadership to ensure programs remain competitive, compliant, and financially sustainable.
- Manage relationships with brokers, consultants, carriers, and third-party administrators, including vendor selection, contract negotiations, and performance management.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations while maintaining strong governance and audit readiness.
- Develop, coach, and mentor a collaborative Benefits team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and exceptional employee service.
- Utilize data and analytics to evaluate program performance, improve the employee experience, and support executive decision-making.
Requirements
- 8+ years of progressive benefits leadership experience, including people leadership within a complex, multi-site organization.
- Deep expertise in health, welfare, retirement, and wellness program design, administration, and compliance.
- Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, leave regulations, and benefits governance.
- Experience managing vendors, consultants, and benefit partners while balancing employee experience with financial stewardship.
- Exceptional analytical, communication, and executive presentation skills.
- Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, logistics, retail, or other geographically dispersed workforces is preferred, along with exposure to Workday and global benefits programs.
Qualifications
Commensurate with experience.
Skills
Not specified.
Benefits
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Pay
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