What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mgr, Benefits position at Children's Mercy KC?
Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!:
Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.
Overview:
Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza and COVID-19 vaccines are a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you become a finalist for this position, and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.
Responsibilities:
Remote Work/Work from Home:
EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet:
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.
Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.
Assists with administration of Children's Mercy's employee benefit programs including but not limited to retirement, health and welfare plans, leaves of absence, income protection and voluntary benefits. Supervision of vendor contract employees including coaching, mentoring, planning and improving processes. Monitors effectiveness and competitiveness of all benefit programs and recommends changes as appropriate. Expedites delivery of benefits by managing relationships with outsourced providers, consultants, insurance carriers and other vendors. Manages and maintains robust communication plan for entire benefit package. Resolves employee questions and problems by interpreting benefit policies and procedures. May independently consult with CFO/EVP, Vice Presidents, department directors and other Human Resources staff on benefit-related matters.
At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.
Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza and COVID-19 vaccines are a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you become a finalist for this position, and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.
- Responsible for the oversight of benefit plans to ensure the compliance with governmental laws and regulations.
- Manages the applicable plan audits to identity and assess areas of compliance and risk. Provides as needed analysis on plans for effectiveness or competitveness as appropriate. Works closely with third parties including our Retirement plan Administrator, auditor and outside counsel to ensure new laws and regulations are identified and incorporated in our plans.
- Coordinates all regulatory compliance activities including plan restatements, amendments, annual audits, Form 5500 and ACA 1095-C preparation/filing, compliance testing and corrections, and required disclosures. Reconcile 403b Retirement Plan match amounts and determine annual true-up adjustments
- Monitors and analyzes benefit plan utilization patterns, cost trends, enrollment patterns and billing and payment procedures. Identifies market trends, opportunities for improvement and/or cost savings and potential areas of concern. Ensure benefit programs are competitive within the market.
- Supervises the Retirement Plan Coordinator and is available for mentoring coaching and education of all other Benefit and HR staff including contract staff.
- Monitor out of state employees for compliance with state benefit programs and laws and has the oversight of Children's Mercy Affiliated Practices (CMAPs) benefit and retirement plans.
- Plan and deliver a comprehensive benefits communication plan.
- Oversees administration of all employee benefit programs and processes.
- Supervises vendor contract employees
- Continually audits plans and processes to make recommendations for changes to improve efficiency, effectiveness or competitiveness as appropriate.
- Bachelor's Degree and 5-7 years experience Experience managing employee benefit plans for large 5000 organization as well as providing guidance, training and coaching is required. Experience managing a team is also required. or
- HS diploma or equivalent and 7 or more years experience Experience managing employee benefit plans for a large organization
- SHRM or PHR Preferred Upon Hire
- SHRM or PHR Preferred Upon Hire
Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $47.67/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.
Remote Work/Work from Home:
This position is entirely remote or work-from-home. The person hired must live in the Kansas City metro area and may attend on-site meetings, as scheduled.
EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet:
Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.
If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.
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