New

Benefits Manager

Vaco
$70,000.00 - $78,000.00 / yr
life insurance, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Kentucky, Louisville
Apr 04, 2025
Vaco is partnering with a great company who is looking for a Benefits Manager!Position Summary: The Benefits Manager is responsible for overseeing and administering the organization's employee benefits programs, ensuring they align with the nonprofit's mission and employee needs. This role involves managing health insurance, retirement plans, leave policies, and other employee benefits to promote a supportive and competitive work environment. The Benefits Manager collaborates with HR leadership, employees, and external vendors to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and to enhance employee well-being. Key Responsibilities: Administer and manage all employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, life insurance, disability, and wellness programs. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding benefits, ensuring clear communication and education on available options. Evaluate and recommend improvements to benefits offerings to enhance employee satisfaction and organizational competitiveness. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws related to benefits administration, including ERISA, ACA, FMLA, and HIPAA. Work closely with HR, finance, and leadership to manage benefits-related budgeting and cost containment strategies. Conduct benefits orientations for new employees and provide ongoing training to ensure staff understanding of their benefits. Maintain accurate and confidential records of employee benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations. Partner with benefits providers and brokers to negotiate terms, renewals, and new offerings that align with organizational goals. Develop and distribute benefits-related communication materials to employees to promote awareness and utilization. Stay informed on industry trends, legislative changes, and best practices to ensure the organization remains compliant and competitive in the nonprofit sector. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 3-5 years of experience in benefits administration, preferably in a nonprofit organization. Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations governing employee benefits. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to educate and support employees. Experience with HRIS and benefits administration platforms. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess and improve benefits programs. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic nonprofit environment. Commitment to the mission and values of the nonprofit sector. Preferred Qualifications: Professional certification such as Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), SHRM-CP, or PHR. Experience negotiating with benefits providers and managing open enrollment processes. Familiarity with nonprofit compensation structures and unique employee benefit needs. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.