Benefits and Compensation Manager

Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is seeking a Benefits and Compensation Manager who will play a crucial role in managing and enhancing our comprehensive benefits programs. 

 

As a Benefits and Compensation Manager at PHS, you'll be serving nearly 8000 employees across a multi-state organization, providing innovated and compassionate leadership in benefits and compensation administration. 

 

REPORTING STRUCTURE
The Benefits and Compnesation Manager reports to the Director of Total Rewards and Systems and directly manages members of the total rewards department.

The Benefits and Compensation Manager is responsible for leading the development, execution, implementation, communication, and administration of competitive and cost-effective program management for compensation, employee benefits, recognition, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), and employee wellness. This position will help ensure PHS is competitive, clear in meeting its position in the market, and in alignment with PHS's total rewards philosophy, to support and improve PHS culture, including attraction, reward, and retention of our employees. This role ensures competitive, cost-effective offerings that attract and retain top talent while maintaining regulatory compliance.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

Benefits Administration:

• Oversee the design, implementation, and management of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, wellness, and retirement plans. Manage vendor relationships, ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and COBRA, and lead annual open enrollment. Provide leadership on benefits communication, leave administration, and employee wellness initiatives.

Compensation Management:

• Develop and maintain compensation structures, salary guidelines, and incentive programs in alignment with market benchmarks and organizational strategy. Ensure compliance with FLSA regulations, conduct job evaluations, manage salary review processes, and provide guidance on pay-related decisions.

Leadership & Compliance:

• Lead and develop a team of total rewards professionals. Partner with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to align strategies with business objectives. Drive process improvements and technology enhancements to streamline total rewards administration while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CEBS, CCP, SHRM-CP/SCP, or PHR/SPHR are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in benefits and compensation management, including leadership experience.
• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office applications, various payroll/HRIS systems and benefit vendor software. Microsoft Excel proficiency required including VLOOKUP’s and pivot tables.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects, and deadlines with ability to prioritize. Persistence and ability to work independently to drive execution.
• Strong analytical skills and thorough knowledge of plan designs. Ability to understand, evaluate, and make judgment on proposals (RFP’s and underwriting bids).
• Experience negotiating with insurance companies and brokers to ensure proper coverage and service.
• Experience filing 5500 Benefits Tax returns and pre-filing audit processes.
• Effective working knowledge of federal and state regulations and laws such as FMLA, HIPPA, ERISA Law, and Benefits laws.
• Excellent organization, written, interpersonal, and communication skills; strong attention to detail.

The estimated starting pay range for this role is $102,000 -126,500 per year. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS’s typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends on many factors including each individual employee’s qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.

Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:

• Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
• Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
• Life insurance (AD&D)
• Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
• Holiday pay and extended sick

Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:

• Vision insurance
• Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
• Accident & hospitalization coverage
• Education assistance programs

All employees:

• Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
• Same-day pay
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• College partnership educational discounts
• Access to Learn to Live Resources

Based in St. Paul, Minnesota–Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care options and services for older adults. There are over 7,500 team members like you at PHS, serving more than 26,000 older adults through 60+ PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage® and other community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive®, the largest geriatric primary care practice in MN, providing comprehensive care for over 15,000 older adults.

An Innovative Leader: Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an Innovative Leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living, and overall well-being. PHS is now one of the largest nonprofit senior housing and services providers in the US.

Our strong focus on our employees, means we are committed to an environment where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. With a strong commitment to team growth from within, roughly 80% of leadership roles are filled through the development of people like you. To learn more about PHS culture, benefits and team development, we invite you to visit the "Careers" section of our website.

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PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.