Benefits Director

Job description process

Benefits Director plans and directs the overall design, implementation, communication, and administration of the organization's health and welfare benefits programs. Leads the development of new initiatives to establish competitive and cost-effectuve benefits programs. Being a Benefits Director ensures that programs adhere to current regulations and support the organization's strategic objectives. Evaluates current programs to ensure compliance with governmental regulations and competitiveness with other organizations. Additionally, Benefits Director requires a bachelor's degree. May Require a Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) certification. Typically reports to top management. The Benefits Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Benefits Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.