Director, Employee Benefits

Job ID: 14775Location: Atlanta, GADepartment: 1426-Employee BenefitsRelocation Provided: YesEducation Required: Bachelors DegreeExperience Required: 7 - 10 YearsPosition Description: Basic Function:Plans and directs employee benefit plans and programs for active employees and retirees; ensures compliance with regulations.Representative Duties and Responsibilities:• Leads the development of long term benefits strategies as part of AGL’s total value proposition• Establishes strong internal working relationships with HR peers and business leaders• Delivers best-in-class customer service through staff as well as client-facing vendors.• Ensures programs and delivery are both effective and efficient when considered from all important perspectives.• Originates and oversees design, implementation, and administration of health, dental, life, and accident & disability insurance plans; 401(k) employee savings plan; defined-benefit pension plan. • Ensures regulatory compliance for benefit-related plans and programs (e.g., HIPAA, ERISA, DOL, IRS, FMLA, PBGC, State of Georgia, company auditors).• Directs vendor selection for requests for proposals (RFPs); oversees vendor management. • Directs the development of communications to employees and retirees regarding benefit issues (e.g., changes, additions) with Corporate Communications department.• Participates in development of labor union negotiation strategies and plans for benefit-related issues.• Prepares and administers operating budget according to the general business plan and benefit plan delivery. Monitors budget variances. Provides explanations on variances and takes appropriate action.• Manages staff selection, development and retention. Establishes and monitors work goals and objectives. Coaches, provides feedback and evaluates performance of staff.• Follows organizational policies and procedures and ensures staff is in compliance.Disclaimer: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.Position Requirements:Education and Experience:Required: • BA/BS degree and 7-10 years employee benefits experience in an organization of more than 1,000 employees • Expertise in the design, analysis and administration of health and welfare programs, defined benefit plans, defined contribution plans, and regulatory compliance for benefit plans • 3-5 years business and people management experience and vendor management expertisePreferred:• MBA or masters level in a benefits or HR related field• Project management – complex, multi-functional, systems integrated, vendor(s)Skills:Required:• Demonstrated passion for excellent customer service• Plan design and cost analysis• Team and relationship building• Communication with all organization levels• Ability to work effectively in a matrix type environmentPreferred:• Actuarial and financial analysisCertifications/Licenses:Preferred:• CEBS, CBP or comparable certificationAGLR Success Factors:Executing for Results Collaboration and Building RelationshipsLearning and Thinking Industry Knowledge/Business AcumenLeading Teams Setting StrategyWorking Conditions/Physical Requirements:Office environment, limited travelAGL Resources is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V..