Hr Manager - Benefits

Weld County Government is searching for an experienced benefits manager. The HR Manager - Benefits develops, implements, administers, and maintains benefit programs, policies, and procedures. Ensure programs are equitable, meet employee needs, are cost effective, and comply with legal requirements. This position provides excellent customer service and designs quality benefits plans. This position supervises three to five direct reports on the benefits and leave management team. The HR Manager - Benefits will continually investigate new benefits programs, improve existing programs, and supervise and monitor benefits administration. The HR Manager - Benefits must have a good knowledge of functions within Weld County, a comprehensive understanding of the County's organizational structure as well as an extensive knowledge of personnel policy and procedure and federal and state laws regarding employment practices are essential.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent education, from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Human Resources, Public or Business Administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of professional benefits or general human resources experience.
• Two (2) years of experience of employee supervision, performance management, and discipline.
• Candidate must pass a background check prior to employment start date.
• Candidate must possess a driver’s license by the employment start date and maintain a valid license for the duration of employment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge of employer-provided benefits administration and vendor relations.
• Establishing and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting employee benefits programs, including the ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, workers' compensation, Medicare, Social Security, and DOL requirements.
• Working knowledge of the fundamental principles and practices of benefit survey design, analysis, and contract negotiation.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills including conflict resolution.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Six (6) years of experience in benefit programs and self-funded health arrangements.
• Experience administering benefits for government sector.
• Strong knowledge of PERA regulations, reporting, and compliance.

PREFERRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• One or more of the following certifications:

o EBS – Certified Employee Benefits Specialist.
o SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP).
o Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).

To view complete job announcement and to apply, use the following link:

https://www.weldgov.com/Government/County-Information/Join-Our-Team

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $108,155.00 - $137,007.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Greeley, CO 80631: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person