SUMMARY

The Benefits Manager is responsible for the administration of Team Member benefits in all property operations. This position provides special guidance and assistance on various benefit plans. The Benefits Manager surveys the industry and/or community to determine the Propertys competitive position in Team Member benefits. This position develops, recommends and installs approved, new, or modified plans and Team Member benefits policies and supervises the administration of existing plans. This position develops cost control procedures to assure maximum coverage at the least possible cost to the property and its Team Members.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business, or relevant field required.

Five (5) plus years of experience in benefits administration required.

Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook applications is required.

Must possess strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and problem-solve effectively in order to complete projects within deadlines.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with Guests, Team Members and Management in both written and verbal form.

Demonstrated ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of all Team Member accounts and records

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Must be able to obtain a Key License from the Gun Lake Tribal Gaming Commission.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for practicing, supporting, and promoting Gun Lake Casinos Unsurpassed Service standards at all times.

Manage the Benefits team and be responsible for the development, performance management, and hiring of Team Member(s) within the department.

Responsible for the overall administration of Team Member benefits programs such as 401K plans; medical, dental, and vision plans; temporary disability programs, and wellness programs.

Responsible for the overall administration of tribal workers' benefits (work comp) and leave of absence programs.

Evaluate and compare existing company benefits with those of other employers through various benchmarking techniques.

Plan, develop and/or participate in area and industry surveys. Analyze results of benchmarking and develop specific recommendations for review by management.

Develop specifications for new plans or modify existing plans to maintain the propertys competitive position in the labor market. Obtain uniform benefits package for all property locations, where possible.

Oversee benefits administration to include claims resolution, change reporting, reconciling and approving invoices for payment, annual re-evaluation of policies for cost-effectiveness, and cash flow.

Recommend classes of eligible Team Members for new or modified plans. Develop census data and solicit insurance companies for quotations. Evaluates quotation and makes recommendations to management. Develop company cost information for new plans and make premium cost share recommendations to management.

Design, develop and create training materials for orientation (Celebration), leadership training, and property communications.

Install approved new plans or changes to existing plans by preparing announcement materials, plan summary documents, and other media for communicating plans to Team Members. Conduct Team Member meetings and arrange for enrollment. Advise and counsel management and Team Members on existing benefits.

Prepare and execute, with legal consultation, benefits documentation, such as original and amended plan texts, benefit agreements, and insurance policies. Instruct insurance carriers, trustees, and other administrative agencies outside the company to effect changes in benefits programs.

Ensure prompt and accurate compliance.

Ensure company compliance with provisions of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act and the Affordable Care Act. Supervise the preparation of reports and applications required by law to be filed with federal agencies, such as the Internal Revenue Service, the Department of Labor, insurance commissioners, and other regulatory agencies. Review and analyze changes to state and federal laws pertaining to benefits and report necessary or suggested changes to management. Coordinate company benefits with government-sponsored programs.

Develop benefits information and statistical and census data for actuaries, insurance carriers, and management.

Manage the development and implementation of the internal Wellness Program to improve Team Member health, engagement, and productivity.

Responsible for the overall administration of the property 401K plan, including identifying and resolving challenges as they arise.

Handle benefits inquiries and complaints to ensure quick, equitable, courteous resolution. Maintain contact in person and by phone or mail, with hospitals, physicians, insurance companies, employees, and beneficiaries to facilitate proper and complete utilization of benefits for all Team Members.

All other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires normal, corrective vision range, the ability to see color, and the ability to distinguish

letters, numbers, and symbols.

Ability to sit, walk and stand for the duration of the shift.

Manual dexterity to operate job-related equipment.

WORK CONDITIONS

Work is typically in an office environment. Tasks may be performed from a sitting or non-sitting position in a confined area. Performance of job duties will require standing, walking, lifting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and grasping. These tasks include the maintenance and care of the assigned area. Constant contact with fellow Team Members and Guests.

DISCLAIMER AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

All applicants must be able to demonstrate their US work authorization during the employment verification process. The pre-employment process also requires the ability to pass a criminal background investigation, and drug/alcohol test.

INDIAN PREFERENCE

The Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians abides by Native American preference in its hiring and employment policies.