Human Resource Benefits Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage Retirement Plan, Leave Administration, Medical Accommodations, Employee Support and Communication, Compliance and Collaboration and special projects.
• Retirement Plan Oversight
  • Manage day-to-day operations of the 401(k) plan
  • Facilitate committee meetings and oversee third-party administrators
  • Ensure compliance with ERISA and IRS regulations
  • Coordinate data transfers and benefit processing (enrollment, contributions, distributions)
• Leave Administration
  • Oversee Disability, FMLA, Paid Family Leave, Workers’ Comp, and Personal LOA
  • Ensure legal and policy compliance across all leave types
  • Guide managers through leave procedures and documentation
• Medical Accommodations
  • Lead the interactive process for ADA accommodations
  • Coordinate documentation and implementation of approved accommodations
• Employee Support & Communication
  • Serve as a trusted resource for benefits-related questions and issue resolution
  • Deliver clear, empathetic communication to employees and managers
• Compliance & Collaboration
  • Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate deductions and data synchronization
  • Conduct regular audits and track metrics to identify trends and risks
  • Stay current on federal and state regulations (ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, etc.)
• Perform special projects and assignments as directed by management

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or the equivalent experience; plus
• Minimum five (5) years Human Resources experience to include policy and procedure development and interpretation, labor law – FMLA, ADA, and employee benefits – 401k, to include two (2) years practical experience supervising professional staff.
• Intermediate skill level in MS Word and Excel required, knowledge of HR Information Systems.
• Working knowledge of Federal and State labor laws and regulations regarding FMLA, ADA, EEO, etc.
• Knowledge of IRS regulations regarding retirement funds including 401k, 457 plans, and 529 plans.
• Ability to interact with internal and external professionals, e.g. management, Insurance Company representatives, etc.
• Experience developing, interpreting, and implementing policy and procedures.
• Must have the ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships, maintaining the confidentiality of the position in all dealings.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• HR experience in a Union environment preferred.