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Tri Cityherald

Director of HR Benefits and Operations

Tri Cityherald, Hartford, Connecticut, us, 06112


Director of HR Benefits and Operations

Department:

Human Resources

Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Hours Per Week:

40

FLSA Determination:

Exempt

Weeks Per Year:

52

Open Date:

10/18/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Full or Part Time:

Full Time

Position Summary:The Director of HR Benefits and Operations plays a critical role in managing and leading a comprehensive range of benefits programs. This position supervises one Benefits Coordinator. Key responsibilities include: Manage, innovate, and ensure that Trinity’s benefits strategy and policies effectively meet the needs of the college’s diverse population; are compliant with all applicable laws and regulations; and that operational practices are effective, accurate, and timely. This role is pivotal in supporting the overall HR strategy and enhancing the employee experience across the campus.

Primary Responsibilities:

Oversight and execution of communication with benefit vendors, cabinet members, and the campus community on Benefit plan changes and enhancements.

Collaborate with IT, Payroll and 3rd party benefit vendors and ensure accurate and timely transfer (or manual entry) of benefits data, including enrollment/change information, payroll data, etc.

Investigate and resolve escalated benefit related issues (compliance and individual employee).

Ensure accurate and timely compliance with governing statutes, regulations, audits, and internal policies and practices. Responsible for planning and accurate/timely completion of all compliance testing and audit requirements (Section 125, ACA, 403(b), 457, etc.)

Manage or contribute to other organizational or human resources projects that reflect evolving enterprise needs; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervise at least one staff member in day-to-day benefit operations of the department.

Responsible for management and execution of annual benefit plan renewals, Open Enrollment, and maintenance of benefit processes.

Maintenance, innovation, and enhancement of HR technology systems, including HRIS, SharePoint, One Drive, and vendor systems, to meet ongoing benefits enrollment and compliance needs.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree

5-8 years’ experience in benefits administration

At least 1 year of prior supervisory experience

Experience working in complex ERP systems; Oracle experience preferred

PHR Certification preferred

Demonstrated understanding and experience with employee benefits operations, regulatory and compliance requirements (Sec. 125, ACA, 403(b), 457, executive compensation), and federal and state employment laws/regulations

Experience collaborating with external vendors and internal partners to streamline and maintain accurate and timely results and data

Success compiling, analyzing and presenting data to communicate program effectiveness and workforce needs

Ability to operate strategically and tactically as organizational needs require, and to ensure the effective administration of employee benefits and proactively contribute to HR team goals

Proven commitment to a work approach that encompasses inclusiveness, diversity, and collaboration

Special Instructions to ApplicantsAll applicants must apply online at

https://trincoll.peopleadmin.com/postings/3422

by submitting their resume, cover letter and three references.

Trinity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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