"Benefits Manager"

The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition.

The Human Resources department is seeking a full-time Benefits Manager to focus on the day-to-day management of employee and retirement health and welfare programs, leave of absence programs and COBRA administration. The Benefits Manager is the primary point of contact for employee and retirement benefits and seeking solutions for matters that may arise. This position requires experience in benefits administration, vendor management and compliance. Success in this role involves demonstrating excellent customer service, interpersonal, written and verbal communication and organizational/time management skills. Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Manage administration of health and welfare plans, wellness programs, retirement plans, COBRA administration and leave of absence programs.
• Process benefits through forms and data entry (e.g., HRIS, benefits portals, employer carrier systems) and ensure the accuracy of all benefits enrollments and changes.
• Coordinate communication and education to employees and retirees regarding benefit programs.
• Manage vendor relationships, including invoice processing and reconciliations.
• Lead new hire benefits onboarding.
• Manage the annual open enrollment process, support plan design and management presentations.
• Maintain benefits program compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Manage benefits compliance filings and audits.

The expected salary range for the Benefits Manager is $80,000/annual - $94,000/annual. The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management or another related field.
• Benefits-related certifications (e.g. CEBS, SHRM).

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: careers.amnh.org