Director of Benefits and Employee Services - LandCare

The Director of Benefits and Employee Services is a key strategic role responsible for leading the benefits and employee services teams, requiring strong expertise in benefits management and HR compliance. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, knowledgeable leader skilled in HR laws and capable of designing innovative benefits programs to attract and retain top talent. This position calls for a visionary who can integrate strategy and compliance effectively.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Lead and develop the benefits team to design, implement, and manage comprehensive employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, life insurance, disability insurance, and wellness programs.
• Direct the employee services team, ensuring all HR practices are compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage relationships with benefits vendors and third-party administrators to ensure effective service delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
• Strategize to enhance benefits offerings that meet employee needs and support the company’s objectives.
• Oversee the compliance aspects of human resources within the employee services team, focusing on EEO, ADA, FMLA, ACA, and other regulations.
• Coordinate with HR and legal departments to ensure ongoing compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that improve employee satisfaction and overall productivity.
• Provide visionary leadership to both teams, setting clear objectives, evaluating workflow, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Utilize data analytics to assess the effectiveness of benefits programs and make informed decisions for adjustments or enhancements.
• Prepare and manage the annual benefits budget, and forecast costs effectively, maintaining fiscal responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in HR, with a focus on compliance and benefits, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations (e.g., ACA, FMLA, ERISA, HIPAA).
• Proven ability to develop and implement HR policies and benefits programs.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and managing effective teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to strategically analyze data and create actionable plans.
• Certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR is highly desirable.

Benefits

Besides the great team environment and the ability to work outside, we also have a strong benefits package for our team members:

• Competitive base salary
• Team based profit sharing program
• 401K for all employees with 3.5% company match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid Time Off Policy + 9 corporate holidays