Association of Washington Cities · 1 day ago
Employee Benefits Manager
Olympia, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$97K/yr - $146K/yr
5+ years expThe Association of Washington Cities (AWC) is seeking a collaborative, service-oriented full-time Employee Benefits Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the AWC Employee Benefit Trust. This role involves overseeing benefit operations, supervising staff, ensuring compliance, and managing vendor relationships to provide exceptional service to Washington's cities and towns.
Government Relations
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and manage daily operations of the Employee Benefit Trust
Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of four benefits staff
Assist in the administration of the medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, EAP, long-term care, and tax favored account programs
Conduct regular vendor meetings and ensure follow through on tasks and projects
Ensure compliance with HIPAA privacy and security requirements
Prepare materials and present information to governance and advisory groups
Manage annual governance and advisory committee election activities
Write, proof, and advise on Trust related communications
Staff various Trust and AWC events
Collaborate across AWC departments and maintain external professional relationships
Support continuity of operations and lead special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
5 years' experience in benefits administration, preferably in the public sector, including local government or with a multi-employer association or non-profit organization
2 years' experience in a supervisory position or demonstrated ability
Bachelor's degree in a related field; experience may be substituted year-for-year for academic achievement
HIPAA privacy training
Must maintain a Washington State driver's license in good standing
Comprehensive understanding of benefit plan components (deductibles, coinsurance, copays, formularies)
Knowledge of relevant federal and state health care laws and regulations
Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills
Ability to manage confidential and time sensitive information
Experienced in giving presentations to both large and small audiences
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and capacity to learn new systems
Clear understanding of fundamental math, accounting principles, and financial practices
Commitment to high quality customer service and DEI principles
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement Benefits
Paid leave
Basic life insurance and disability insurance
Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) ranging from $770 to $1,980 based upon enrollment in the medical insurance plans
Access to outstanding performance awards and tuition assistance
Staff appreciation events
Company
Association of Washington Cities
The Association of Washington Cities (AWC) is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan corporation that represents all 281 Washington's cities and towns before the state legislature, the state executive branch and with regulatory agencies.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Gene Emmans
Chief Financial Officer
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