Benefits Director

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Company DescriptionAt National Vision, Inc. (NVI), we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.NVI is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States with over 1,200 stores in 44 states plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.u00a0 We operate five retail brands: Americau2019s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, Vision Centers inside select Walmart stores and Vista Optical inside Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases.u00a0 We employ over 13,000 people including a network of over 2,000 optometrists. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a realityNational Vision is currently looking for a BENEFITS DIRECTOR to join our growing team!The Director of Benefits is responsible for overseeing the design and implementation of health, welfare, and retirement plans; ensuring consistency of company-wide processes through collaboration with HR business partners; and that plans are effective in terms of attracting and retaining top talent.u00a0Job DescriptionWhat Would You Do? The Specifics?Oversees the administration of all health and welfare benefit programs, such as group insurance, medical, dental, disability, life, voluntary supplemental plans, Section 125, employee assistance plan, etc.Recommends and implements benefit strategies, initiatives, policies and objectives. Ensures these policies and objectives are cost effective, leading edge technology is used and consistent with the company's business objectives.Leverages quantitative and qualitative analysis to inform and drive decisions and recommendations; assesses the use of metrics within the various functions of Benefits to determine what is required to monitor program impact and efficiency.Coordinates the evaluation of benefit plans, programs, renewals, changes, and makes recommendations to the VP of Human Resources.Oversees regular audit controls concerning benefit administration including, but not limited to: contributions during leaves of absence, biweekly payroll deductions for benefits and 401k.Stays abreast of best practices and industry trends; participates in professional associations as well as informal peer networking and conferences, and maintains an ongoing awareness of best practices and trends, regarding benefits; guides business, finance, and HR teams in this area, provides insight, analysis, and recommendations.Manages and monitors the operational budget and healthcare spending for Benefits, ensuring the efficient use of organizational resources.Oversees and develops communications to both the leadership team and associates on the benefit package.Manages vendor relationships to include researching and implementing new offerings, meeting with vendors for quarterly or annual reviews and follow up, and acting as a liaison to ensure good communication along with resolving any administrative issues.Coaches, develops, and manages direct team members to build organizational capability and provide opportunities for job enrichment; ensures service excellence is a key priority among all team members, and serves as a role model by embodying the characteristics of strong leadership.Ensures alignment of benefit programs with company's business strategies and objectives.Coordinates and ensures compliance with Affordable Care Act, ERISA, Department of Labor, and Internal Revenue Service, federal and state statutes, COBRA, ADAA, HIPPA, FMLA. (i.e plan documents, annual 5500 filings, responses to legal agencies, etc.).Oversees the implementation of all wellness initiatives company-wide.Oversees the filing of short term and long term benefits.Maintains summary plan descriptions (SPD) and plan documents for all health and welfare plans and retirement plans.Researches and ensures 401K fees are reasonable and educates employees on the 401K program.Manages all leaves of absences by ensuring compliance under state and federal regulations. Evaluates policies related to LOA and writes new policies or amends existing policies.QualificationsFour year college degree prefered9 years related experience and/or training2-4 years related management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experienceLicenses, Certifications, Professional AffiliationsPHR/SPHR, CPP, CIBs (Required)Additional InformationWhat are the benefits?National Vision offers a competitive benefits package including Health and Dental Insurance, 401k with company match, Flex Spending Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Personal Time Off, and much more. Please see our website ****to learn more.ll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.#LI-SH1u00a0NVI is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.National Vision is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.,datePosted:2022-02-27,validThrough:2022-03-27T00:00:00-04:00,employmentType:Full-Time,hiringOrganization:{@type:Organization,name:National Vision,sameAs:****Specified years}

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