Director of Benefits

Job description

Overview The benefits Director is responsible for directing and planning the day-to-day operations of group benefits programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, worker's compensation, life insurance, travel and accident plan, flexible spending plan, retirement plans, etc.). This position provides excellent customer service and designs quality benefits plans. The director continually investigates new benefits programs, improves existing programs, and supervises and monitors benefits administration. Responsibilities: - Research employee benefits plans and vendors to identify those that present the best value - Design, recommend and implement new benefits programs. Examine possible plan designs and benefits cost changes. - Negotiate with vendors and administrators for best plans, options and rates. - Serve as primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators. - Coordinate transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums and plan administration. - Evaluate and revise internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency. - Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes. - Ensure compliance...