Director, Benefits

Welcome to the University of North Texas System, or UNT World as we like to call ourselves. UNT World includes the University of North Texas in Denton, the University of North Texas at Dallas and the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region and we are committed to transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. Over the past decade, combined UNTS enrollment has grown by more than 25 percent to nearly 44,000 students.

Posting Title Director, Benefits
Department SYS-Human Resources-910600
Job Location Fort Worth
Full Time/Part Time
Salary Information Salary Commensurate with Experience
Department Summary

HSC Fort Worth is One University made up of six graduate schools, united by a passion for innovation and teamwork and a shared mission to create solutions for a healthier community. Established in 1970, HSC has a strong campus culture, derived from the core values of Serving Others First, Integrity, Respect, Collaboration and Being Visionary. HSC is located in the heart of the Fort Worth Cultural District and in close proximity to the historic Stockyards and downtown. UNTHSC is seeking a Director, Benefits to be part of supporting our current and new HR initiatives and our dynamic culture.

Position Overview

This is a professional administrative position providing leadership and management in the effective administration of Human Resources (HR) services and programs – specifically in the areas of benefits and leave administration. This position will lead system-wide projects; develop initiatives, processes and procedures that align with UNT World goals and the specific needs of UNT HSC; and collaborate with campus Executive Directors and leadership to assist in meeting strategic objectives. This position serves as a member of the UNT World HR leadership team, as well as a resource and subject matter expert on cross-functional and strategic issues by partnering with stakeholders to resolve and anticipate customer needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration or related field and a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible leadership experience in human resources administration, organizational and employee development, employee relations, performance management, benefits, compensation, strategic human resource planning, and supporting a diverse workforce, and three or more years in a supervisory role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Current knowledge of federal/state regulations related to employment and benefits, including but not limited to ACA, ERISA, ADA, FLSA, and FMLA.
• Project management skills with strict attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strategic mindset with excellent communication skills (oral and written) and high attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to develop relationships, collaborate effectively and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Drive to independently research, formulate and present ways to improve overall benefits programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current federal and state laws, statutes, regulations, policies, and directives pertaining to benefit practices and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, methods and technique of benefit concepts and theories.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of continuous process improvement.
• Strategic thinker, planner and strong leader.
• Working knowledge of compensation philosophies and benefits administration processes and programs.
• Team leadership experience including strong supervisory and coaching skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; working knowledge of PeopleSoft desired.
• Knowledge of current issues and practices, functions and services to create best practice operations and effective program policies and procedures.
• Experience in establishing a level of customer service demonstrated through actively listening, acknowledging, and responding to every inquiry.
• Experience in strategic planning, analyzing and coordinating activities and establishing priorities.
• Experience in data collection, research, analysis and development of recommendations and/or alternative solutions.
• Experience in developing effective communication and/or presentation materials.
• Experience in using critical proofreading and editing skills to complex and detailed plan documentation.
• Ability to anticipate, forecast and develop strategies to achieve objectives.

Preferred Qualifications
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule

8am – 5pm, Monday – Friday

Driving University Vehicle No
Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

Classification Title Director, Benefits
Physical Requirements Sitting, Standing, Walking, Ability to communicate
Job Duties

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Evaluates the effectiveness of the UNT World’s benefits programs in relation to the strategic objectives. Programs are evaluated in terms of perceived benefit to employees, cost, legislative requirements, and UNT System culture.

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Serves as primary liaison between HSC and UNT World HR and insurance vendors to ensure benefit program alignment, operational efficiency, and compliance with contractual agreements/legislative requirements.

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Prepares proposals and develops specifications for new and/or revised benefit plan offerings to maintain and advance UNT World’s competitive position in the relevant labor market(s) and ensure plans consistently meet all applicable federal, state and local regulations, laws and requirements.

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Initiates and/or participates in area and industry benefit surveys to evaluate, analyze and develop recommendations based on comparison of UNT World benefit plan offerings with other similar employers to ensure alignment of benefit plan mix with stated strategic objectives and goals.

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Reviews all plan documentation including original and amended texts, agreements and policies for currency and completeness to ensure compliance with all provisions of the plans.

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Develops and prepares benefit plan information and statistical/census data and reports to provide information for decision making to actuaries, auditors, insurance carriers and management.

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Develops and supervises staff through provision of timely feedback and use of appropriate Human Resource policies and tools to facilitate and ensure the ability of staff to achieve highest level of professional growth and desired performance standards.

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Facilitates the professional growth of staff by accurately assessing learning needs, styles and barriers to learning and coordinating learning opportunities in conjunction with education staff.

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Provides benefit orientation information to all staff and faculty to ensure thorough understanding of available options based on current employment and personal status.

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Manages, supervises and evaluates operational effectiveness and efficiency of plan administration associated workflow processes and reporting efficiencies; works closely with appropriate IT resources to coordinate application of vendor required upgrades, conversions and/or patches to ensure ongoing integrity and accuracy of computerized integrated human resources system.

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Participates in broader HR initiatives and works closely with HR team in areas of employee relations, training, and recruitment as needed; enhances and builds process tools, collateral materials and presentations to support initiatives and roll outs.

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Directs, manages and supervises complex university-wide special projects/research as requested; identifies opportunities for implementation of solutions designed to improve service, efficiency and organizational effectiveness as appropriate.

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Oversees UNT World retirement plans and processes, including development of employee outreach and education initiatives, serving as liaison between participants and plan administrators, conducting analyses and reports, maintaining related records, and ensuring retirement plans are administered in accordance with university, state, and federal guidelines and regulations.

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Oversees leave processes to include FMLA, sick leave donation, sick leave pool, and other leave programs.

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Manages the wellness program including development of program enhancements and the coordination of employee events related to health and wellness.

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Interfaces with subject matter experts in legal, accounting, payroll, budget, and other functions to identify and resolve compliance issues.

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Coordinates with appropriate groups to identify departmental effectiveness metrics and meaningful program evaluation measures.

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Oversees creation and effective implementation of technology strategies to accomplish the HR vision by moving the HR organization from its current to future state of technology, business process and system optimization.

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Ensures accuracy of benefit information retained within the payroll system.

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Oversee the design, development, and coordination of benefits-related marketing and communications efforts, to engage employees on value of benefit programs.

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Prepare and file annual State and Federal reporting requirements, including but not limited to 5500 filings, and various ACA requirements.

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Maintains and documents process and procedures to ensure data integrity and continuity of operations.

Posting Number S1626P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants