Human Resource Benefits Manager

The 1199SEIU Benefit & Pension Funds provide comprehensive health, pension, and quality of life benefits to unionized workers represented by 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East. We are among the largest labor-management funds in the nation, covering 400,000 members and their families.

If you’re ready for the brightest career future, join us in this excellent opportunity to showcase your talents. We are currently seeking an experienced Human Resources Benefits Manager in our Human Resources department.

We’re seeking a strategic and hands-on Benefits Manager to lead the administration and compliance of our employee benefits programs—with a strong emphasis on employer-sponsored retirement savings plans like 401(k) and Leave Administration. This role is ideal for a seasoned HR professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting employees through thoughtful benefits design and delivery.

Responsibilities

• • Manage Retirement Plan, Leave Administration, Medical Accommodations, Employee Support and Communication, Compliance and Collaboration and special projects.
  • Retirement Plan Oversight
  • Manage day-to-day operations of the 401(k) plan
  • Facilitate committee meetings and oversee third-party administrators
  • Ensure compliance with ERISA and IRS regulations
  • Coordinate data transfers and benefit processing (enrollment, contributions, distributions
  • Leave Administration
  • Oversee Disability, FMLA, Paid Family Leave, Workers’ Comp, and Personal LOA
  • Ensure legal and policy compliance across all leave types
  • Guide managers through leave procedures and documentation
  • Medical Accommodations
  • Lead the interactive process for ADA accommodations
  • Coordinate documentation and implementation of approved accommodations
  • Employee Support & Communication
  • Serve as a trusted resource for benefits-related questions and issue resolution
  • Deliver clear, empathetic communication to employees and managers
  • Compliance & Collaboration
  • Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate deductions and data synchronization
  • Conduct regular audits and track metrics to identify trends and risks
  • Stay current on federal and state regulations (ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, etc.)
  • Perform special projects and assignments as directed by management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or the equivalent experience; plus
• Minimum five (5) years Human Resources experience to include policy and procedure development and interpretation, labor law – FMLA, ADA, and employee benefits – 401k, to include two (2) years practical experience supervising professional staff.
• Intermediate skill level in MS Word and Excel required, knowledge of HR Information Systems.
• Working knowledge of Federal and State labor laws and regulations regarding FMLA, ADA, EEO, etc.
• Knowledge of IRS regulations regarding retirement funds including 401k, 457 plans, and 529 plans.
• Ability to interact with internal and external professionals, e.g. management, Insurance Company representatives, etc.
• Experience developing, interpreting, and implementing policy and procedures.
• Must have the ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships, maintaining the confidentiality of the position in all dealings.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• HR experience in a Union environment preferred.

We offer a competitive salary, an excellent fully employer-paid comprehensive benefits package and talented professional colleagues. For consideration and to apply, please visit us at https://phf.tbe.taleo.net/phf03/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=NBF1199&cws=41&rid=11187. Please mention you saw this ad in Idealist. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.