Senior Regional Director of Benefits

Are you looking to accelerate your career without having to hide your authentic self - a place where you can be you? A career that’s making a bigger impact on the world? At OneDigital, we are on a mission to help people do their best work and live their best lives. From the services we offer to the way we show up for each other each day, we are fueling dreams, achieving big goals, and embracing each other’s truest selves. We understand that pursuing a new job is a big deal. Maybe you’re afraid you won’t fit in. Well, here’s the good news. For us, the days of “fit in to get in” are over and being different is not a barrier to getting ahead. Greatness comes in all shapes, sizes, colors, and experience levels. If you are looking for a people-first culture that is wired for growth, driven to serve, and totally committed to having your back, give us a shot. Your best life awaits. Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for work visa or residency sponsorship. Our Newest Opportunity: Summary: The Senior Director of Benefits is a multi-dimensional role that interacts directly with clients, carriers, vendors and internal personnel to ensure benefits products, benefits administration, client implementation, and quality control requirements are well defined and executed. The Director of Benefits primary focus is Benefits for client worksite employees, while assisting with RE corporate benefits. S/he is also responsible for driving operational readiness activities for new clients’ relationship with RE. This position is in-office Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm; based in our regional office in Tucson, AZ. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): Responsible for all facets of RE’s Benefits program including overall benefits offerings and administrations. Drafts and disseminates Benefits policy, procedures and other related communications. Maintains, updates and ensures integrity of HRIS data (i.e. reporting environment, position control). Procedures reports and analyzes data from HRIS system. Develop benefits strategy such that RE is able to realize a significant and positive impact on the type of benefits that we offer in addition to ensuring that our benefits are competitive in the marketplace. Assist with benefit plan design, carrier selection and contribution structuring. Prepare and oversee benefit enrollment information sessions for each client. Function as a liaison between vendors and employees. Respond to employee inquiries and assist employees in resolving problems. Ensures compliance with all plans relative to required submissions, filings, plan document updates and required discrimination testing. Providing solutions and implementing approved actions plans to mitigate any emergent or potential issues in this regard. Manage the Open Enrollment process and associated timeline to ensure an effective and efficient process in a timely fashion. Assists with maintaining the accuracy of benefits data in HRIS system. Ensure the accuracy and consistency of all Benefits materials including benefit plan documents, SPDs, Benefits Guides and all associated materials. Handle compliance both in terms of plan operation and plan documentation relative to all plans including but not limited to coordination, gathering data, creating, reviewing and filing annual 5500s for plans as required. Ensure that all benefits plan contracts and service agreements are obtained, reviewed, approved and accounted for at least twice annually and that they are updated during the course of the year as changes occur and need to be applied. Create and maintain a well-rounded Employee Wellness Program for REI internal and external clients. Develop and manage a comprehensive Benefits / Program calendar to support compliance, ensure adherence to upcoming deadlines and ensure that all necessary operations are identified, accounted for and successfully managed. Create and prepare quarterly management summaries to reflect key information regarding benefits and programs for both informational and strategic purposes. Ensure clients’ needs are satisfied and communicated to all relevant parties. Participates in project planning and/or facilities efforts to ensure that assignments are accurately maintained and client interactions are documented in accordance with CRM Process. Responsible for process & workflow development for RE’s benefits products and services. Qualifications, Skills and Requirements: Maintain a through knowledge of benefit programs and related regulations. Superior time management skills and excellent planning skills to manage priorities, complete several projects, and deliver within short time frames. Ability to be flexible and to adapt quickly to ever changing business needs. Communicate effectively with internal and external personnel. Maintain confidentiality of personnel records and HR information. Client-focused – Strives to exceed client expectations. Strong relationships building/networking skills and results-oriented. Good organizational skills and resourcefulness. Education, Training and Experience: Bachelor’s degree preferred; 3 plus years’ experience will be accepted in lieu of degree. 7 years successful career experience in Human Resources, Benefits Administration and Client Services. Advanced time management, planning, and multi-tasking aptitudes. A Life & Health Producer License is Required Your base pay is dependent upon your skills, education, qualifications, professional experience, and location. In addition to base pay, some roles are eligible for variable compensation, commission, and/or annual bonus based on your individual performance and/or the company’s performance. We also offer eligible employees health, wellbeing, retirement, and other financial benefits, paid time off, overtime pay for non-exempt employees, and robust learning and development programs. You will receive reimbursement of job-related expenses per the company policy and may receive employee perks and discounts. To learn more, visit: www.onedigital.com/careers OneDigital is an equal opportunity employer. Not only as a matter of standard, but to honor and celebrate our differences. We believe that the power of ONE starts with you. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture that celebrates diversity, insists on equity and inclusion, and connects us. Ensuring our people feel seen, valued, respected, and supported is fundamental to our core values and business goals. 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For applicable candidates, the following ordinances are linked here to inform you of your rights as an applicant: City and County of San Francsico City of Los Angeles County of Los Angeles Employment decisions shall comply with all other applicable federal, state and city/county laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. OneDigital complies with all criminal history inquiry [or ‘ban the box’] laws in California, Connecticut, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington. In short, we believe in hiring the most qualified applicant for the position, regardless of background. If you have questions about our hiring policies and practices, we would be happy to discuss upon receiving your application. We hope to welcome you to OneDigital and look forward to hearing from you. OneDigital understands the immense responsibility and opportunities provided by Artificial Intelligence. We utilize advanced Artificial Intelligence [AI] technologies to enhance our recruitment process. This includes using AI to filter candidates based on their qualifications and to rediscover potential candidates from our existing applicant pool. Our AI systems help us efficiently identify the best fit for our open positions, ensuring a streamlined and effective hiring experience. However, AI does not replace the humans in our process. If you have concerns about our use of AI, you may opt out where laws allow. OneDigital understands the immense responsibility and opportunities provided by Artificial Intelligence. We utilize advanced Artificial Intelligence [AI] technologies to enhance our recruitment process. This includes using AI to filter candidates based on their qualifications and to rediscover potential candidates from our existing applicant pool. Our AI systems help us efficiently identify the best fit for our open positions, ensuring a streamlined and effective hiring experience. However, AI does not replace the humans in our process. If you have concerns about our use of AI, you may opt out where laws allow. Thank you for your interest in joining the OneDigital team! OneDigital is a growing organization of caring, collaborative, and driven professionals who have dedicated their careers to improving the lives of millions of people every day. We are in the people business.  We offer employers and individuals insurance, financial services and HR consulting services, which improve the wellbeing, health and financial security of people across the US. Learn More At OneDigital, our promise is to help you do your best work and live your best life. Working at OneDigital is more than a career, it is a calling to serve. It is “a career of consequence.” We set the bar high and the pace fast. 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