What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Benefits position at Heritage Grocers Group, LLC?
At Heritage Grocers Group, LLC, how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. However, it's more than that; it's smart and highly driven people united in purpose to serve one another.
Bring your energy and unique perspective and you'll have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. You'll be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed, and you'll work alongside talented colleagues, while making a difference in our communities.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Benefits reports to the VP of Human Resources. The role over sees and administers all Company leave requests and accommodations requiring specialized attention, particularly those arising under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), state and local leave laws, and short-term or long-term disability plans. The role includes managing the benefits team, vendor relationships, benefits plan design, and HRIS benefit administration program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and administer all employee benefits programs for Company including retirement programs, medical, dental, and vision programs, supplemental insurance programs and healthcare savings accounts;
- Install approved new plans and changes by preparing announcement materials, booklets, and other media for communicating new/changed information to employees;
- Oversee the annual benefits of open enrollments, including preparation and distribution of materials to employees;
- Attend various meetings on insurance plans, including insurance renewals;
- Resource for all employees regarding benefits programs, including addressing benefits inquiries and complaints to ensure quick, equitable, and courteous resolution;
- Ensure compliance with the provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and HIPPA Compliance;
- Lead the audits for payroll deductions for health insurance premiums, insurance bills and payment for accuracy;
- Audit and reconcile monthly bills for all benefit plans;
- Maintain current knowledge of all applicable leave and accommodation laws including the FMLA, ADA, and state and local laws;
- Manage the FMLA leave administration process from the employee's initial notice of the need for leave to the return to work including, maintaining reasonable communication with employees on leave to facilitate smooth and timely return to work, relays communication between employees and their managers during leave within reason;
- Participate in the due diligence process of Merger and Acquisitions. Recommending strategies for integrating people, policies/processes, and systems;
- Conversion HCM Subject Matter Expert on Benefits which entails participation, recommendation, UAT, and training;
- Advise managers and employees on the interaction of leave laws with paid time off, workers compensation, and short-term and long-term disability benefits;
- Oversee the return-to-work process for employees returning from extended FMLA, workers compensation, or other leave(s);
- Facilitate other leave requests, which may include accommodation requests under the ADA;
- Maintain complete and accurate records of leave and accommodation requests in accordance with specified legal requirements and documentation of best practices;
- Preserve confidentiality of employee medical and benefits documentation and files;
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have a minimum of five to eight years experience in same or similar position. High School/GED plus college degree, Bachelor's preferred or an equivalent of education and work experience;
- Must be knowledgeable and have strong understanding of benefits administration, ACA compliance requirements and HIPPA regulations. Must have ability to research and stay up to date with benefits laws and regulations as they change;
- Bi-lingual/bi-literate English/Spanish is required;
- Must have problem resolution skills and ability to respond to leave and health insurance related questions;
- Excellent presentation skills, public speaking experience and effective phone skills including ability to answer questions over the phone, in person and in written format is required;
- Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, ADP (desired), internet;
- Possess excellent judgment skills, organizational skills and have ability to show extensive attention to details.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work conditions below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Some requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities:
The physical demands and work conditions below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Some requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and use the hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
- Successful performance requires vision abilities that include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- The work environment is that typical of an office.
- Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.
Disclaimer:
Pay Scale 120-140k
The pay scale above is the salary or hourly wage range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position.
Within this range, individual pay is determined by location and other factors including, but not limited to, specific skills, relevant work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with California Labor Code § 432.3 and state and local minimum wage standards.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE
The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business or the work environment change.
Compensation: 120000-140000
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