Reporting to the VP of Total Rewards, the Director of Benefits at Brown University Health leads the design, implementation, and management of employee benefit programs. The director drives the benefits strategy, ensuring the organization's offerings are competitive, compliant, and aligned with overall business objectives.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.
In Addition To Our Values, All Employees Are Expected To Demonstrate The Core Success Factors Which Tell Us How We Work Together And How We Get Things Done. The Core Success Factors Include
- Instill Trust and Value Differences
- Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate
Our Leaders Will Demonstrate An Aptitude For
Ensure Accountability and Build Effective TeamsDrive Vision and Purpose and Optimize Work ProcessesBy applying core and leadership competencies, leaders help Brown University Health achieve its strategic goals.
Responsibilities
Provide ongoing, strategic evaluation of benefit programs to ensure alignment with organizational goals, competitive landscape, and regulatory environment.Lead, develop and motivate a team of benefits and retirement professionals to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.Plan and direct the implementation of contemporary, competitive, and cost-effective benefit plans. In partnership with Finance, develops and tracks the system-wide benefits budget.Drive operational excellence, ensuring processes are documented, efficient, and in compliance with applicable regulations.Actively manage vendor relationships by continually reviewing and assessing contracts and service level agreements to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.Lead the preparation and distribution of communication and education materials and ensure related materials are current, informative, and relevant.Analyze and make recommendations based on current and developing legislation, healthcare regulations, financial drivers, and other environmental factors impacting plan performance and program competitiveness.Capture and analyze metrics around claims activity, trends, participant behavior, budget performance and program effectiveness.Leverage technology to support the administration, communication, and utilization of benefits.Ensure that all plan filings (such as Form 5500) and audits are performed to maintain plan qualification and compliance of including but not limited to ERISA, DOL, and Internal Revenue Code.Work collaboratively across the system to promote alignment, communication, and successful implementation of benefit strategies.Partner with peer leaders across human resources, the pharmacy, finance, etc., to develop and deliver a comprehensive total rewards strategy.Performs other duties as assigned.Education
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor's or advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, related field, or experience equivalent.
Experience
Certified Employee Benefits Specialist designation preferred.A minimum of six years related experience, including leadership, strategic input, plan design, policy formulation, implementation, and administration.A minimum of three years' experience managing and developing staff.Deep understanding of regulations governing benefit programs (ERISA, PPACA, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, etc.)Demonstrated experience partnering with and managing benefits vendors and brokers.Strong focus on customer service and responsiveness.Experience with and aptitude for levering technology to solve business needs / problems.Superior skill in communicating effectively with all levels of the organization.Excellent people skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations with poise, tact, and diplomacy.Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as part of a team and ability to lead, influence, and motivate others.Pay Range
$176,158.53-$290,648.90
EEO Statement
Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Location
Corporate Headquarters - 167 Point Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type
M-F 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm
Work Shift
Day
Daily Hours
8 hours
Driving Required
Yes
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