• Health & Welfare Benefits Manager

    Baylor Scott & White Health (Dallas, TX)


    Health & Welfare Benefits Manager

     

    The Health & Welfare Benefits Manager will lead the implementation and administration of the company’s health and welfare programs. This role ensures that our benefits offerings are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with our strategic goals. You’ll serve as a key advisor to leadership and a trusted resource for employees navigating their benefits.

    Responsibilities

    • Lead day-to-day benefits administration through all stages of the employee life cycle

    • Ensure compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA, and other federal/state regulations

    • Partner with legal and finance teams to manage audits and reporting requirements

    • Maintain plan documents, SPDs, and required notices

    • Manage relationships with brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators

    • Resolve complex employee inquiries and escalations

    • Collaborate with HRIS and payroll teams to ensure accurate data flow

    • Deliver effective benefit communications in collaboration with HRBP’s to increase benefits awareness and engagement

    • Lead cross-functional initiatives to promote employee well-being

    • Support M&A activity and integration of benefit plans

    • Mentor junior HR team members and promote a culture of continuous improvement

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field

    • 5+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration, with a focus on H&W

    • Deep knowledge of benefits regulations and compliance requirements

    • Experience managing vendor relationships and negotiating contracts

    • Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills

    BENEFITS

    Our competitive benefits package includes the following

     

    - Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

     

    - 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

     

    - Tuition Reimbursement

     

    - PTO accrual beginning Day 1

     

    Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

    QUALIFICATIONS

    - EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification

    - EXPERIENCE - 7 Years of Experience

    As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.