Edmonds College is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The college values its talented, diverse workforce and seeks to attract, hire, and support employees who consistently and actively embrace diversity and equity. Edmonds College is an equal opportunity employer. Edmonds College invites all individuals to apply and as an equal opportunity employer, we also encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups to apply for this position.

Benefits Manager

SALARY: $87,350.55-$96,950.83

OPENING DATE: April 22, 2024

LOCATION: Lynnwood, Washington

DESCRIPTION:

Edmonds College is excited to announce an opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Benefits Manager to join our Human Resources team! Edmonds College is located in the Puget Sound just north of Seattle Washington. Edmonds offers a range of programs and services to support our diverse student population. Edmonds Colleges commitment to our employees is a core value.

About the Position:

The Benefits Manager plays a vital role in ensuring our faculty, classified staff, and exempt employees receive comprehensive and competitive benefits. You will be responsible for the administration, communication, education of our benefits program, and fostering a positive employee experience. The position is responsible for management and administration of benefits consults. This position is also responsible for monitoring, auditing, and reporting related to benefits.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee and manage all aspects of employee benefits, including medical through the Health Care Authority (HCA), dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, disability insurance, FMLA and PFMLA leave administration, and workers' compensation.
• Stay current on federal and state regulations impacting employee benefits and ensure program compliance.
• Develop and deliver informative benefits presentations and workshops for new and existing employees.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to employees regarding their benefits options.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date benefits data within the Human Resources Information System (Specifically ctcLink - Peoplesoft).
• Collaborate with Human Resources leadership on strategic initiatives related to employee benefits.

This is an exempt position that reports to the Vice President for HR.

For information on applying, please see Application Procedures and Required Documents, below. Applications received by May 10, 2023 will receive priority consideration

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in benefits administration.
• Proven knowledge of federal and state benefits regulations (FMLA, PFMLA, COBRA, HIPAA, etc.).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• HRIS experience using ctcLink or Peoplesoft
• Proficient in Google Suite of applications
• Experience in higher education benefits administration

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is typically performed in an office setting, and onsite/in-person. The ability to sit at a desk/computer station, bend, stoop, walk and generally move around the office to consult with others, work within a busy environment and remain focused on tasks. File management requires some lifting and moving of objects up to 30lbs. Excellent communication skills are essential. This includes the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English and will include communication with people for whom English is not their first language. This also includes the ability to produce clearly written documents. Those who are multilingual are strongly encouraged to apply.

COMPENSATION:

Salary is $87,350.55-$96,950.83 and is based on the Edmonds CC administrative/exempt salary schedule, plus a full state benefits package, which includes tuition waivers for college classes, medical, dental, retirement options and more. Vacation and leave package includes 12 sick days per year, 11 scheduled holidays, 1 personal holiday, and 24 vacation leave days per year.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

FLSA Status:

The position is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act requirements.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.
• Criminal background check. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• All new positions are contingent upon funding.
• At this time, Edmonds College does not sponsor H1-B Visas.
• Complete, sign, and submit Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct

APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

All applicants must apply online. No paper submissions or emailed materials will be accepted. Your online application must include the following documents in order to be complete:

Important, if this posting is on an external website other than www.edmonds.edu/hr or Edmonds College Job Opportunities please follow one of these links to apply. Applying via an external webpage will not enter our application system.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

Established in 1967, Edmonds College is a public, four-year, state college. It focuses on academic excellence, student success, and engagement, which reflect the three aspects of its mission: Teaching | Learning | Community. It serves about 20,000 students annually, including more than 1,000 international students from more than 60 countries. The college offers nearly 70 associate degrees and 60 professional certificates in about 30 programs of study. Its highest enrolled programs are the Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degrees, Paralegal, Allied Health (pre-nursing degree), Business/Accounting, Construction Management, and Culinary Arts. The college is located in the center of the growing south Snohomish County communities of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, Mill Creek, Mukilteo, and Woodway. For more information, visit www.edmonds.edu.

EEO/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

The college provides equal opportunity in education and in employment per state and federal law. The college prohibits discrimination against any person due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), disability, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For questions about our nondiscrimination policy or gender equality and athletic teams, call our Title IX Compliance Officer 425.640.1647.

JEANNE CLERY STATEMENT:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of Edmonds Colleges commitment to safety and security on campus, the College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Edmonds Colleges Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.edmonds.edu/student-services/campus-safety-and-emergency-preparedness/clery-act/default.html.