What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits Manager position at ARC Morris?
Benefits Manager – Flanders, NJ
Pay: $45,000 to $50,000 (Depending on Experience)
Status: Full-Time
About ArcMorris
ArcMorris is a nonprofit human services organization that has supported individuals with developmental disabilities in Morris County, NJ, for over 70 years.
Our mission is to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to make meaningful choices, live independently, and thrive in their communities.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Benefits Manager is responsible for the administration, coordination, and management of all employee benefit plans, workers’ compensation insurance, and other insurance programs. This role ensures smooth and accurate benefits operations while serving as a key resource to employees regarding benefit options, claims, and enrollment.
The Benefits Manager supports staff through clear communication, guidance on benefits processes, and liaison work with insurance carriers. This position also ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, including maintaining a strong knowledge of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The Benefits Manager maintains accurate records, prepares reports, and upholds strict confidentiality standards as the organization’s HIPAA Privacy Officer.
Benefits Manager Key Responsibilities
- Enter, update, and verify accuracy of employee benefit enrollment, deletions, and information changes.
- Collect and maintain information for insurance companies regarding potential claims or risks.
- Submit property loss and liability insurance claims; follow up with employees and insurance representatives.
- Develop and implement procedures to ensure compliance with government regulations related to employee benefits, workers’ compensation, and other insurance plans.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of Affordable Care Act (ACA) rules and regulations.
- Track workloads of part-time employees and calculate/submit ACA-related fees.
- Create and maintain systems required to ensure ACA compliance.
- Serve as HIPAA Privacy Officer, ensuring the confidentiality of employee protected health information.
- Respond to routine HR information requests, including employment verifications.
- Provide benefits information during new employee onboarding.
- Establish, organize, and maintain personnel and departmental records in both hardcopy and digital formats.
- Determine appropriate systems and methods for data storage, retrieval, and reporting.
- Collect, compile, and tabulate data for administrative and governmental reports using databases, spreadsheets, and files.
- Prepare reports and employee benefit statements.
- Compose original correspondence and produce letters, memos, reports, charts, forms, and other HR-related documents.
- Follow all ArcMorris policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits Manager Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Human Resources, or related field.
- HRIS experience required.
- ADP experience preferred but not required.
- Three to five years of related experience or a combination of education and experience aligned with the role’s requirements.
- Proficiency with computerized communication and record-keeping programs.
- Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Why Work at ArcMorris
ArcMorris is more than a workplace — it’s a community that values compassion, teamwork, and professional growth.
Benefits Include
- 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (single coverage after 90 days)
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance (disability, accident, critical illness)
- Legal Insurance (50% employer-covered)
- Employee Assistance Program (24/7 confidential support)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 8% employer contribution after 1 year
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal, holidays)
- Birthday Day Off after 4 years of service
- Flexible Spending Account (medical & dependent care)
- Training & Tuition Assistance
- Mileage & Meal Reimbursement
- Direct Deposit
- Employee Recognition Programs
Apply Today
Gene C. Rossi, Recruiter – ArcMorris
Phone: (973) 326-9750 x244
Email: Gene.Rossi@arcmorris.org
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Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever applied or worked at ArcMorris? If so, which location and program?
- When would you be able to start?
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- Benefits administration: 3 years (Required)
- ADP: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- NJ, NY or PA Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Flanders, NJ 07836 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $50,000