MANAGER - BENEFITS

Under the direction of the VP of Total Rewards, the Benefits Manager is responsible for the implementation and administration of companywide benefits programs established by Hard Rock Support Services.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conducts themselves in accordance with all Gaming Commission Regulations, and Seminole Tribe of Florida/departmental policies and procedures.
• Administers benefit programs in compliance with Seminole Gaming Policies and Procedures, and insurance contract agreements.
• Design, evaluate and modify benefits processes to ensure that programs are current, communicated and in compliance with the Seminole Tribe of Florida and Seminole Gaming guidelines.
• Evaluates services, coverage, and options available through benefits programs offered by Seminole Gaming. Provides feedback and data as needed.
• Determines benefits communications, meetings and practices that best meet the needs of our diverse employee group and the overall goals of the organization.
• Monitors the effectiveness of benefits programs on an ongoing basis and ensures compliance with statutory requirements.
• Coordinates and manages annual enrollment periods.
• Supervises monthly billing process and reconciliation and resolves any disputes or differences with insurance company and accounts payable.
• Ensures all enrolled team members meet all eligibility requirements. Processes enrollments, changes and terminations of benefit coverages as needed to maintain group eligibility. Conducts regular audits.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ensuring responsible gaming and responsible alcohol service by discretely notifying appropriate management of concerns and observations.
• Ensure prompt and discreet notification to appropriate management and/or the Ethics Hotline of any observation of illegal acts or internal ethics violations.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, and five (5) years similar Human Resources experience required with a heavy emphasis on administering and implementing benefit programs, policies and procedures in a large company (1,000 or more employees) or an equivalent combination of education, certification and experience.
• Two (2) years’ experience as a benefits manager is required, preferably in a hospitality, casino or health care environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation and analytical skills required, along with ability to prepare financial spreadsheets.
• Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel and have extensive HRIS knowledge.
• This position requires strong knowledge of HIPPA, FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and COBRA and new ACA guidelines.
• Strong knowledge of all applicable employment laws and government regulations a must.
• High level of confidentiality and a professional demeanor required.
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred.

For a listing of all opportunities at Seminole Hard Rock Support Services, please go to www.gotoworkhappy.com.