Find & Apply For Compensation / Benefits Manager Jobs in Altamont, New York

A leading not-for-profit mental health agency headquartered in Altamont, NY is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee employee benefits and leave administration for approximately 600 benefit-eligible employees across 20 counties in New York State. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who combines strong benefits expertise, attention to detail, regulatory knowledge, and a commitment to providing exceptional service to employees.

Hours and Benefits:

• Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage offered 1st of month following employment
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal time

Salary:

• $85,000 - $100,000

Annually HR Manager Responsibilities:

Oversight of the day-to-day administration and ongoing management of the organization's employee benefit programs, including:

• 401(k) retirement plan, including plan administration, employee inquiries, vendor coordination, compliance, and regulatory requirements
• Health insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental and vision plans
• Workers' Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee benefits enrollment, eligibility, changes, and issue resolution
• Coordination and oversight of benefits vendors, third-party administrators, and service providers
• Monitoring benefit plan compliance and assisting with required audits, reporting, and regulatory filings
• Developing employee communications and educational materials regarding benefit programs
• Serving as a knowledgeable resource to employees and managers regarding benefits, eligibility, enrollment, and plan provisions
• Identifying opportunities to improve benefit processes, employee experience, and administrative efficiency Oversight of employee leaves of absence, including:
• FMLA and NYSPFL
• Agency provided leaves of absence
• Ensuring accurate tracking, documentation, employee communication, and timely coordination with payroll, benefits, managers, and external vendors
• Maintaining compliance with applicable federal and New York State laws and regulations. HR Manager Required Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least 5 years of progressive HR experience, including demonstrated managerial or supervisory responsibility
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
• Significant hands-on experience administering and/or overseeing employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, FSA, retirement plans, and EAP programs
• Demonstrated experience with 401(k) plan administration and familiarity with applicable retirement plan regulations, including

ERISA, IRS

requirements, and Department of Labor regulations

• Experience administering or overseeing FMLA and NYS PFL and other employee leaves
• Experience with benefits or HRIS systems and electronic benefits enrollment platforms
• Experience working with benefits brokers, retirement plan providers, third-party administrators, and other benefit vendors
• Strong knowledge of Federal and New York State employment and benefits laws and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to interpret plan documents, policies, regulations, and vendor materials and provide guidance for employees and managers
• Experience maintaining confidential employee information and exercising sound judgment when handling sensitive personnel matters
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of an organization
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office/Excel and HRIS and benefits administration systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced, multi-site environment HR Manager Preferred Qualifications SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR or CEBS certification

To Apply:

Provide a resume and salary requirements Rehabilitation Support Services wants all interested applicants to know we hire a diverse workforce and are actively recruiting candidates in accordance with diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity practices. This is an immediate opportunity.

Pay:

$85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person