Director of Benefits

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Position Information



Working Title Director of Benefits Department Human Resources Compensation Title Position Number 30001618 Position Status Regular Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hours per Week 37.5 Months per Year 12 Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged. Purpose of Position
Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the position is responsible for all aspects of benefits administration including day to day activities, vendor issues and relationships, potential future programs and plan design options.

It serves as a key member of the HR Leadership team providing direction in response to the institution’s strategic priorities.

This position will be responsible for ensuring that all benefits are consistent with the university vision, long term strategy and culture. Primary Responsibilities

• Create and communicate strategic benefit plans for the university in collaboration with internal teams and consultants, brokers etc.

• Develop and implement plan changes to maintain and/or reduce costs while maintaining benefit competitiveness.

• Analyzes benefit options and works with vendors and consultants to predict future costs.

• Lead and coach benefits staff.

• Assure all required documentation is in order (plan documents, summary benefits, required notices, etc.)Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing laws and regulations and updates to legal requirements.

• Manage application approval/denial process and report results.

This position has a flexible work schedule but requires an on campus presence.

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree in related field, Masters’ degree preferred.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in the the benefits field.

• In-depth understanding of employee benefit plans, policies, practices, common exclusions/limitations and applicable laws.

• Direct supervisory/management experience required.
  
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• The ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees is critical.

• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist ( CEBS ) certification preferred.

• Application review will begin immediately.

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Preferred Education Master's Degree Minimum Experience 8 years Salary tbd Pay Grade N/A

Posting Detail Information



Requisition Number 2022S1659 Job Open Date 06/28/2022 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/12077 Is this an internal only posting? Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. What is your highest level of education?
   • Bachelor's degree
   • Master's degree or higher

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. References

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application