Director, Benefits

Posting dates: 5/5/2008 - 6/30/2008
Post until filled
All applicants must apply online

DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT
JOB POSTING
(* indicates requisition 3077)Job Title*:Director, Benefits  Pay Grade*:S14/$69,254 - $90,236  Section*:Employee Services  Job Code:0258 Division*:Headquarters  FLSA/EEO:Exempt/Not Applicable Department*:Human Resources  

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Directs, develops, plans, and oversees programs and activities of personnel engaged in the administration of the agency's employee benefits, to include both traditional and non-traditional health and welfare options. Position is responsible for the establishment and implementation of long-range benefit solutions to meet agency objectives and diverse employee needs. Oversees an agency benefits budget in excess of $51M serving 3300+ employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Plans, develops, and presents recommendations for competitive employee benefits programs for active and retired employees to include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance plans, wellness programs, retirement plans (Defined Benefit, Money Purchase, 401k & 457), flexible spending accounts. Directs and monitors the contract performance of various consultants and third-party vendors. May serve as project manager and/or contracting officers technical representative (COTR) for benefit services. Maintains effective relationships with brokers, consultants, attorneys, and vendors regarding service quality and resolution of issues. Collaborates with Senior Executives in the development and implementation of an agency benefits philosophy to ensure strategic alignment with overall agency goals and core values. Ensures benefit programs are administered in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and polices to include creation and maintenance of appropriate plan documents, summary plan descriptions. Oversees the development and implementation of employee communications relative to benefits, including, but not limited to, Open Enrollment, Retirement Planning workshops, and Wellness Initiatives. Develops and monitors agencys benefits budget/expenses and provides recommendations to address trends and reduce costs. Prepares a variety of reports to a range of management officials on relevant benefits information Hires, fires, directs and mentors employees in setting performance goals and measures. Provides feedback on individual performance and initiates corrective or disciplinary measures as appropriate. Develops section budget, submits for approval and monitors variances. Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Note: An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the below stated minimums excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related field. CEBS certification preferred, but not required Minimum of ten (10) years progressively responsible experience in direct design, implementation and administration of benfits programs, including a minimum of five (5) years directing and managing professional staff. Ability to demonstrate a fiduciary obligation to section, department and DART in handling materials and information of a confidential and sensitive nature. Substantial interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal) to effectively communicate with all levels of supervisory, non-supervisory employees, governmental entities and a culturally diverse community both internal and external to DART. High level of analytical skills to analyze, interpret and summarize complex data, prepare reports and propose solutions to complex legal, financial, technical and administrative matters. Ability to manage time, prioritize and delegate appropriately for multiple, large projects to ensure timely and accurate completion. Ability to adapt to changing and/or competing priorities in an effective and professional manner Proficient in the use of personal computer and software applications to include Windows, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Must be able to pass pre-employment physical, including drug/alcohol screen in order to operate DART non-revenue vehicles, or personal car on behalf of DART.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to VP Human Resources *

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in an environment where there is minimum exposure to dust, noise, or temperature. May be moderately exposed to unpleasant working conditions to include dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals while visiting DART's operating facilities, assuming incumbent is observing all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and using all protective clothing and devices provided.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.Last Updated: 5/1/2008 doc_id=1097608003465  
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