Director of Benefits Shared Services
The University of North Carolina System, Raleigh, NC, United States
About the Opportunity
The position incumbent is responsible for implementing, directing, and planning the day‑to‑day operations of group and insurance benefit programs across the UNC System, including group health, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability, workers' compensation, term life insurance, travel and accident plans, flexible spending account plans, and ACA. The role must also consider the impact on the UNC Optional Retirement Program, the UNC 403(b), UNC 457(b), Executive Retirement Plans, and Deferred Compensation programs.
The position serves as the deputy principal liaison with the Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) and the Department of Insurance on relevant benefit/insurance programs.
The position duties include serving as a consultative resource in insurance matters for campus Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs), campus‑based HR experts in benefits, campus‑based risk managers, and UNC System Office leadership; collaborating with the AVP of University Benefits and UNC System partners and external entities on the development of benefit programs, policies, and systems; helping to coordinate or lead key human resources advisory groups; and managing a variety of initiatives and special projects to promote the use of sound benefit and insurance practices and standards throughout the University System.
Hybrid work arrangement: at least 1–2 days per week onsite at the Dillon building in downtown Raleigh's Warehouse District. UNC System employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2‑hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Minimum Education, Experience, and Skills Bachelor's degree and four years of progressively responsible professional human resources management experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Competencies
Demonstrated expertise in developing employee benefit policies, systems and procedures.
Substantial experience with public sector employee benefit programs and policies.
Knowledge of relevant federal laws with respect to employee benefits, and specific subject matter expertise in the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), COBRA, workers' compensation and related regulations.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills
Prefer individuals with prior experience in the University of North Carolina System, including knowledge of both state and university employee benefit programs.
Prefer prior public sector or higher education experience.
Recognized certification(s) in the field of employee benefits (e.g., CEBS, World at Work).
Job Details
Classification: Human Resources Manager
Appointment Type: Permanent
Full‑Time/Part‑Time: Full Time
Employment Type: EHRA
EHRA Category: Exempt Professional Staff
Location: Raleigh, NC, USA
Position Number: 20074824
Equal Employment Opportunity and Other Information The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
To claim veteran's preference, all eligible persons must indicate their eligibility as requested on the application. A DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, may be required later in the selection process.
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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The position serves as the deputy principal liaison with the Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) and the Department of Insurance on relevant benefit/insurance programs.
The position duties include serving as a consultative resource in insurance matters for campus Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs), campus‑based HR experts in benefits, campus‑based risk managers, and UNC System Office leadership; collaborating with the AVP of University Benefits and UNC System partners and external entities on the development of benefit programs, policies, and systems; helping to coordinate or lead key human resources advisory groups; and managing a variety of initiatives and special projects to promote the use of sound benefit and insurance practices and standards throughout the University System.
Hybrid work arrangement: at least 1–2 days per week onsite at the Dillon building in downtown Raleigh's Warehouse District. UNC System employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2‑hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Minimum Education, Experience, and Skills Bachelor's degree and four years of progressively responsible professional human resources management experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Competencies
Demonstrated expertise in developing employee benefit policies, systems and procedures.
Substantial experience with public sector employee benefit programs and policies.
Knowledge of relevant federal laws with respect to employee benefits, and specific subject matter expertise in the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), COBRA, workers' compensation and related regulations.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills
Prefer individuals with prior experience in the University of North Carolina System, including knowledge of both state and university employee benefit programs.
Prefer prior public sector or higher education experience.
Recognized certification(s) in the field of employee benefits (e.g., CEBS, World at Work).
Job Details
Classification: Human Resources Manager
Appointment Type: Permanent
Full‑Time/Part‑Time: Full Time
Employment Type: EHRA
EHRA Category: Exempt Professional Staff
Location: Raleigh, NC, USA
Position Number: 20074824
Equal Employment Opportunity and Other Information The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
To claim veteran's preference, all eligible persons must indicate their eligibility as requested on the application. A DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, may be required later in the selection process.
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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