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Assistant Director of Benefits and HR Information Systems

Young World Physical Education, Bothell, WA, United States


Assistant Director of Benefits and HR Information Systems Northshore School District 417, Central Administration Center – Bothell, Washington

Job ID:

5654588

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 17, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined

Job Summary This position plans and directs the implementation and administration of benefits and retirement programs and provides management for the school district’s Human Resources Information System (HRIS).

Duties and Responsibilities This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary in consultation with the employee(s) involved.

Oversee the daily operations of benefits administration and HRIS functions to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with district procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable state and federal laws.

Supervise HR data management staff, including assigning work, monitoring performance, providing training and support, and participating in evaluation processes in coordination with the Director of Human Resources.

Ensure the integrity of employee data within HRIS for payroll processing, state reporting, and personnel records; implement and monitor data validation and auditing processes.

Coordinate closely with Payroll, Accounting, and other departments to ensure accurate and timely data flow and resolve system or data-related issues.

Administer the District’s employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans, ensuring compliance with SEBB requirements and established District procedures.

Manage benefits enrollment processes and communications to staff; ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information regarding benefit options and changes.

Oversee workers’ compensation processes in coordination with third‑party administrators; support return‑to‑work processes and documentation.

Interpret and apply established district policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements as they relate to benefits, HRIS, and employee records; elevate complex or precedent‑setting issues to the Director of Human Resources.

Ensure preparation and submission of required reports, including state reporting (e.g., S‑275), in compliance with established timelines and requirements.

Maintain personnel records and ensure compliance with record‑keeping requirements.

Monitor changes in applicable laws, regulations, and reporting requirements; support implementation of necessary procedural updates.

Provide technical guidance and support to staff regarding benefits, HRIS processes, and related topics; resolve issues within scope and elevate as appropriate.

Participate in internal and cross‑departmental planning related to HR systems and benefits administration.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship Reports to Director of Human Resources. Supervises Benefits and Retirement Analyst, Benefits and Worker's Compensation Specialist, HR Data Analysts, and HR Reporting and Data Analyst.

Working Conditions Required to meet inflexible deadlines; required to deal with distraught or angry people; requires substantial visual concentration; requires occasional prolonged exposure to visual display terminal.

Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resource management, accounting, or related field and four years of increasingly responsible experience with benefits management and HR information systems in a large and complex organization.

Allowable Substitution Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the educational requirement on a year‑for‑year basis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of employment health and welfare benefits plan administration; knowledge of worker’s compensation administration; knowledge of federal and state laws in areas of practice; knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision; knowledge of principles and practices of human resources management; knowledge of complex relational databases and operating systems; ability to extract and manipulate data using a variety of tools; ability to operate a personal computer using MS Office with proficiency; ability to plan, organize, and set priorities; ability to read and interpret complex documents; ability to exercise independent judgment within scope of assignment; ability to communicate complex information in a clear and understandable manner; ability to remain flexible and work effectively under pressure; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public; ability to attend to details, identify discrepancies, and perform research to resolve problems; ability to communicate effectively in writing, using correct grammar, spelling, and English usage; ability to effectively manage resources and projects.

Salary 2025‑26 NNRAP Administrator Salary Schedule (Level D); placement on the salary schedule will be determined by Human Resources DOE. FLSA Exempt.

Salary:

$187,689 to $197,191 Per Year

Work Year 12 month position, 260 days per year, 8.0 hours per day.

Benefits Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31).

Medical plans with prescription benefits

Dental plans

Vision plans

Life and AD&D insurance

Long‑term disability insurance

Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement

Dependent Care Assistance Program

All offers of employment are contingent upon

satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Northshore School Board.

Equal Opportunity Employer Northshore School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged unlawful discrimination: Director of Human Resources (Title IX, ADA and Civil Rights Compliance), Director of Student Services (Section 504), 3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell, WA 98021, 425‑408‑6000.

Job Requirements

At least 4 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.

Bachelor degree preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

Northshore School District – Human Resources

3330 Monte Villa Parkway

Bothell, Washington 98021

Phone: (425) 408‑6000

Email: jobs@nsd.org

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