The Benefits manager works with the Total Rewards team to execute Clark’s strategy for its leave and absence as well as our benefits and wellness programs. This role requires a strategic and customer focused individual.

Responsibilities

Manage the Leave of Absence and Job Accommodation programs and serve as the subject matter expert within and outside the HR team

Coordinate federal, state, and local jurisdictional leave and state pay (e.g., California, DC, San Francisco, and Washington State) with internal sick and leave policies

Supervise Benefits and Leave Administrator

Manage administration of Clark’s H&W benefits and wellness programs.  Oversee monthly invoice processes and compliance requirements. Develop and maintain vendor relationships for long term benefit strategies and administration as well as ongoing assessments and plan administration. Assist with implementation of new programs

Partner with Corporate Communications on leave and benefit communications through multiple delivery channels (e.g., Intranet, recorded webinars/videos, and mailings).  Participate in monthly Benefits 101 webinar

Collaborate with HRIS to implement leave configuration changes in Workday

Basic Qualifications

5+ years of progressive benefits experience; managerial experience preferred

Extensive knowledge of federal and state requirements including paid Leave, ADA, ERISA and other benefit compliance requirements

HRIS experience, preferably Workday

Able to confidentially maintain personal information. Understands and respects the sensitive nature of information and manages this responsibility to ensure issues are handled discreetly, effectively and efficiently

SHRM-CP/SCP, S/PHR, or related/similar certifications

Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People / Teams & Followership, Sets Direction & Executes

Preferred Qualifications 

Self-starter, results oriented team player

Ability to problem solve and negotiate outcomes

Takes initiative and ownership of projects

Strong research and data analysis techniques, including high proficiency with Excel

Strong interpersonal and communications skills, capable of explaining concepts clearly

Exceptional attention to detail and insistence on accuracy

Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize workload

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

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