Position Title Assistant Director of Benefits Requisition Number 9625BR College/Division Finance & Administration Required Application Documents Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume Employment Category Fulltime Additional Details In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [email protected]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Required Minimum Education Level BA, BS How To Apply In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number. Required Qualifications Education/Experience: * BA/BS degree * 7+ years of benefits analysis/administration experience * 2+ years supervisory experience Skills: * Organizational and Communication Skills: Excellent organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written. * Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact successfully across all levels within and outside the organization;customer service orientation. * Problem-Solving: Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, adapting knowledge and experience to various situations; ability to troubleshoot effectively. * Attention to Detail: High attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work. * Analytical Skills: Quantitative analytical skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel. * Project Management: Proven experience managing multiple deadline-driven priorities; demonstrated ability to take initiative and ownership of projects. * Change Management: Ability to initiate and manage change effectively. * Self-Direction: Self-directed with the ability to work with minimal supervision. * Confidentiality: Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. * Legal Knowledge: Working knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws, particularly employee benefit laws and regulations. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree and/or CEBS, SHRM, or HRCI certification Higher education experience a plus Hands-on experience with cloud-based human capital management/HRIS or benefit enrollment systems and reporting Job Summary The Assistant Director of Benefits directs the planning, implementation, coordination, operation and evaluation of the University's core benefits programs. Reporting to the Director of Benefits and supervising benefits support staff, the Assistant Director is responsible for the development and administration of the group health plans, flexible spending accounts, retiree benefits, and various ancillary benefits. In collaboration with external brokers, vendors, and consultant partners as well as the offices for Legal Affairs and Compliance and Ethics, and human resources colleagues, the Assistant Director of Benefits applies best practices and ensures all benefits programs, policies, and communications are compliant with federal,state and local laws and regulations.