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Job Description
Employee Benefits Manager Explor
US - 3.1
Overland Park, KS Job Details Full-time $90,000 - $98,500 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Affordable Care Act (ACA) Teamwork Microsoft Excel FMLA State-specific regulations in benefits management Customer service Employment law Regulatory compliance
HIPAA HR
legal compliance HR systems (technically supported) Payroll systems Bachelor's degree Internal employee customer service Organizational skills Business Administration Productivity software Full Job Description Benefits Manager At ExplorUS , you'll help shape the employee experience behind unforgettable destinations. Our Benefits Manager , will lead and enhance health, retirement, leave, and wellness programs that support a diverse, high-volume, multi-state workforce. This role serves as the company's benefits subject matter expert, ensuring programs are compliant, effective, and deliver a best-in-class employee experience. Our Benefits Manager position is ideal for an experienced professional who is passionate about benefits administration, compliance, and continuous improvement—and is seeking a specialized role rather than a broad HR position. Key Responsibilities Manage and administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness, voluntary benefits, retirement plans, leave programs, and paid time off for a high volume, multi-state workforce Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, state leave laws, eligibility requirements, taxation, and mandated offerings Partner with brokers, carriers, vendors, TPAs, Payroll, and HR Operations to support plan administration, billing audits, open enrollment, PTO administration, compliance filings, and employee communications Lead annual open enrollment activities, including HRIS configuration, employee education, training, reconciliation, and ongoing support for employee and manager benefits inquiries Administer the company's 401(k) and retirement plans, including enrollments, payroll contributions, distributions, audits, benchmarking, renewals, and compliance reporting Oversee leave of absence and accommodation programs, ensuring consistent and compliant administration across all jurisdictions Support internal and external audits, resolve escalated benefits issues, maintain benefits policies and notices, and drive continuous improvement of benefits and employee recognition programs Supervise and support the Benefits Coordinator, ensuring timely, accurate administration of benefits programs and employee recognition initiatives Support the compensation management process through analysis, benchmarking, reporting, and program administration. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field 4-6+ years of experience in benefits administration and HR operations supporting multi-state employees Strong knowledge of ACA regulations, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and state leave laws Experience with HRIS, payroll, and benefits administration platforms Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills Ability to manage competing priorities in a compliance-driven environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Preferred CBP, SHRM-CP, or similar certification Experience supporting complex state leave programs (CA, NY, IL, CO, WA, HI, etc.) Employee Navigator experience Compensation planning experience a plus Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status and all other status protected by law
Pay:
$90,000.00 - $98,500.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
