Sr. Executive Dir Benefits & Payroll at Houston… · Houston

Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement a comprehensive, long-term benefits strategy aligned with district priorities.
2. Advise senior leadership on benefits design, trends, and cost-containment strategies.
3. Lead annual benefits planning, including renewals, plan design, and contribution structures.
4. Oversee administration of all employee benefits programs (health, dental, vision, retirement, wellness, and voluntary plans).
5. Direct and manage open enrollment processes, communications, and employee education efforts.
6. Manage and monitor the benefits budget, forecasts, and financial performance.
7. Analyze claims data and utilization trends to drive cost efficiency and program effectiveness.
8. Collaborate with procurement teams for negotiating and managing benefits vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators.
9. Establish and monitor vendor performance metrics and service-level agreements.
10. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local benefits regulations (e.g., ACA, HIPAA, COBRA).
11. Partner with Legal and Compliance teams to mitigate risk and maintain audit readiness.
12. Develop and execute clear, accessible benefits communication and engagement strategies.
13. Promote employee wellness initiatives to improve health outcomes and reduce long-term costs.
14. Lead, supervise, and develop Benefits department staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
15. Collaborate with Finance, HR, Payroll, and other departments to ensure seamless benefits operations.
16. Other duties as assigned.