Description
Overview
The Department of Human Resources (DHR) is seeking a Benefits Operations Supervisor. This position supervises and provides oversight for the benefit programs that cover over 24,000 state employees, retirees, and dependents. These programs include a self-funded medical plan, a self-funded dental plan, a retail and mail order prescription drug program, a fully insured life insurance plan, a long-term disability plan, an employee assistance benefit, and a flexible spending account plan. Additionally, the Supervisor serves as an advisor to the directors of HRIS and Benefits on the day-to-day occurrences within the division and overall benefit plan matters, including strategic recommendations regarding benefit plan design, union bargaining initiatives, and best practice implementation of State mandates. This position also has key responsibilities in bidding, implementation, and oversight of the benefit vendor contracts.
Who May ApplyThis position, Benefits Operations Supervisor (Job Requisition #54125), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Clarke Collins at clarke.collins@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting. Conflicting opinions on operational problems may be anticipated. Multiple competing priorities and tight deadlines are a frequent occurrence.
Minimum QualificationsFive (5) or more years in benefits administration, health insurance sales or billing, or related field INCLUDING two (2) or more years in a supervisory or team lead role.
Preferred QualificationsExperience using Workday.
Experience working with or for major health insurers.
Certification in benefits through an organization such as the Society of Human Resource Management, or related degree/certification.
Total CompensationAs a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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Equal Opportunity EmployerThe State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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