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Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation · 9 hours ago

Manager, Benefits Operations and Compliance

Highland, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation is one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, and they are seeking a Manager of Benefits Operations and Compliance. The role oversees the administration and management of employee benefits and wellness programs, ensuring compliance with internal policies and government regulations while collaborating with various departments to enhance employee offerings.

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Responsibilities

Manages and assesses the effectiveness of current programs in achieving organizational objectives; identifies best practices and benchmarks; and develops recommendations for modifications to align to HR strategy and business goals

Effectively plans and directs the implementation and administration of all benefit plans including annual open enrollment efforts

Effectively manages and collaborates with vendors and external partners, including managing the performance of contracts to ensure the maximum value of services is delivered

Partners with HR and leadership on appropriate benefits and wellness packages to recruit and retain talent

Is responsible for all ACA reporting and keeps abreast of regulatory changes affecting benefit plans and ensures company benefit plans and practices are in compliance with external regulatory requirements

Develops and coordinates communications strategies and activities designed to educate and inform employees about current benefits and wellness programs and activities

Provides projected annual budget costs for total rewards and manages expenditures related to benefit programs

Serves as the point of escalation for Benefits Analysts responding to employees and managers questions regarding all benefit related matters

Develops internal operating procedures and controls for the administering and managing benefits operations

Determines and implements metrics that assess and monitor the effectiveness of ongoing Total Rewards programs and new initiatives

Communicates actively with Accounting, Finance, Operations, Payroll, HR and other departments to review cross-departmental impacts and reconcile data sharing

Manages data in accordance with the company’s record retention policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations

Maintains confidentiality of work-related issues, records and company information

Completes special projects, as assigned

Works with benefit broker on plan design, administration, and compliance with applicable laws

Is responsible for the review of benefit carriers financial reports and contractual arrangements, managing annual benefit premium renewals

Works with benefit broker on an annual detailed analysis of programs, and modelling of proposed changes to determine impact, both from a business and cost perspective and employee perspective

Develops policies, procedures, methods, or standards to ensure fair and equitable administration of all retirement and benefit programs

Manages all aspects of 401(k) plan operations, including day-to-day administration, compliance with ERISA and IRS regulations, and timely reporting to government agencies

Coordinates annual nondiscrimination testing, Form 5500 filings, and audit preparation

Partners with plan providers, fiduciaries, and internal stakeholders to ensure plan integrity, operational efficiency, and alignment with organizational retirement strategies

Develops and delivers employee education initiatives to promote financial wellness and retirement readiness

Performs other duties as assigned to support the eﬃcient operation of the department

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning reviewing and directing work; evaluating and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems

Make hiring decisions and designs individual development plans with succession planning in mind for all key roles

Qualification

Benefits Operations ManagementCompliance with RegulationsVendor ManagementData AnalysisHR Technology ProficiencyContract NegotiationEmployee Education InitiativesSupervisory ExperienceWrittenVerbal SkillsProblem ResolutionDiscretionWorking Benefits Committee ExperiencePayroll ExperienceFinancial Wellness PromotionRegulatory KnowledgeMentoring StaffIntegrityTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources or related field required

Minimum seven (7) years of progressive experience in Benefits and Wellness, managing programs for organizations with 2,000+ employees and diverse, multi-tiered benefit offerings across multiple locations or employee groups required

Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience is required

Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above

Working Benefits Committee experience

Sound knowledge of the Regulatory and Legislative imperatives and impacts related to Total Rewards programs (Sec 125, ERISA, 409A, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA etc.)

Proficient in working with contemporary HR Technology platforms (i.e. Workday)

Experience in contract negotiation, service-level agreements, and performance metrics for third-party providers. Effective in managing vendor relationships and securing favorable terms

Proven ability to assess program effectiveness, interpret data, and make evidence-based recommendations

Skilled in leading complex initiatives, including benefit renewals, wellness campaigns, and system implementations

Strong written and verbal skills for educating employees, presenting to leadership, and coordinating cross-functionally

Adept at resolving escalated issues, navigating ambiguity, and balancing competing priorities

Able to respond to regulatory changes, workforce shifts, and evolving employee needs

Capable of mentoring staff, influencing stakeholders, and driving change across departments

Maintains discretion and integrity when handling sensitive employee and organizational information

At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license

Driving Responsibilities: Role requires regular commuting between locations. A valid driver's license and vehicle insurance with minimum liability limits is required. Role will not operate or drive Tribe-owned vehicles or patron vehicles