Benefits Manager

Washington, DC


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Type: Contract-to-Hire

Category: Human Resources

Reference ID: 10034578

Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/kQfxGw


Job Title: Benefits Manager

Location (city, state): Washington, DC (near Union Station)

Industry: Conservation / Non-Profit

Pay Rate: $31-35/hr

Salary Expectations: $80-100k

Hours: 8 am – 5 pm, some flexibility for international meetings

Contract Length: Contract-to-hire, based on performance

 

About Our Client:

This international conservation organization is dedicated to safeguarding, maintaining, and restoring forests and other natural landscapes worldwide. The organization is known for its data-driven research and global partnerships, offering a mission-driven workplace with a flexible hybrid schedule and an academic, collaborative environment.

 

Job Description:

The Benefits Manager will lead benefits administration and open enrollment for over 700 US-based employees. This role supports the US HR team by handling all benefits-related inquiries, managing various leave programs, and working on vendor relations to ensure efficient benefits processes. Additionally, the Benefits Manager will focus on employee communication and education, leading presentations and updating benefits guides.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Benefits Administration (60%):
    • Serve as the main point of contact for benefits questions and support benefit enrollments, terminations, and change requests.
    • Oversee open enrollment, manage FMLA, STD, DCPA, maternity and paternity leave, and other programs.
    • Process and audit invoices, manage billing issues, and ensure accurate benefits data in HR systems.
    • Support potential RFPs and assess current vendor options for effectiveness.
  • Benefits Communication & Education (40%):
    • Respond to employee inquiries, assist with benefit claims, and provide updates on benefit programs.
    • Lead benefits presentations, including new employee onboarding sessions, and update annual benefits guides.

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant benefits experience, with strong knowledge of US benefits and multi-state labor laws.
  • Proficiency in HR systems (ADP, Workday preferred), MS Office, and SharePoint.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism in a high-expectation, academic environment.

 

Perks:

  • Flexible work schedule with only 8 in-office days required per month
  • Engaging mission-driven work
  • Opportunity to work with a highly educated, diverse team

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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