Director of Healthcare Benefits

Title: Director of Healthcare Benefits

Location: Remote (Only,TX,GA,TN and OK)

Duration: 13+ weeks with the possibility of extension

Shift timing: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Mon - Fri

Job Description:

• This engagement is intended to provide senior-level benefits leadership coverage with expertise spanning the full spectrum of benefits administration.
• The individual must be capable of operating at a director-level strategic capacity, engaging directly with executive leadership while also managing operational elements of the benefits portfolio.
• 10 years’ experience managing benefits operations encompassing the implementation of benefit programs, administration and compliance of qualified retirement plans, health and welfare benefit plans and wellness initiatives in a complex integrated healthcare system or multi-divisional company

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR Management or related discipline; Master’s degree (preferred)

Licenses/Certifications: 

• Certification in HR-related area preferred, e.g. Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS)
• The expectation is that the contractor can step in quickly, assess the current benefits landscape, and support ongoing initiatives and vendor relationships without significant ramp-up time.

Core Experience Required (Must-Haves):

• Comprehensive Benefits Expertise
• The candidate must have broad benefits leadership experience across both major benefit categories:
• Health & Welfare
• Medical, dental, vision programs
• Health plan strategy and administration
• Vendor management and compliance oversight
• Financial Benefits
• Retirement programs (401k / pension plans)
• Financial wellness programs
• Deferred compensation or other financial benefit structures
• Candidates should demonstrate experience integrating these benefits into a cohesive total rewards strategy.

Must Have:

• Annual Enrollment Expertise
• Leading strategic discussions related to benefits structure, cost management, and vendor performance
• Post-enrollment auditing and reconciliation
• Presenting to senior leaders
• Representing the benefits function in cross-functional leadership forums
• RFP Leadership Experience

Nice To Have:

• Certified Benefits Professional (CBP)
• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS)

Executive Presence:

• The individual must be comfortable:
• Presenting to senior leaders and executive stakeholders
• Leading strategic discussions related to benefits structure, cost management, and vendor performance
• Representing the benefits function in cross-functional leadership forums
• This role will require someone who can lead conversations, not just participate in them.
• Healthcare Industry Experience
• Strong preference for candidates with experience in:
• Healthcare systems
• Large or complex organizations
• Healthcare experience is important due to the complexity of benefit structures, workforce size, and regulatory considerations.
• RFP Leadership Experience
• The candidate must have direct experience managing complex benefits RFP processes, including:
• Vendor selection strategy
• Evaluation frameworks
• Cross-functional stakeholder alignment
• Negotiation and implementation support
• This experience is critical given the scale and vendor complexity associated with benefits programs in large health systems.

Annual Enrollment Expertise:

• Candidates must have demonstrated experience managing the full lifecycle of annual enrollment, including:
• Communication strategy
• Employee engagement campaigns
• Benefits technology platforms
• Enrollment administration
• Post-enrollment auditing and reconciliation
• The individual should be able to evaluate and support improvements to the annual enrollment process if needed.