Director Benefits $160K–$200K + Bonus Houston TX at Purple Cow Recruiting

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Aug, 26

Salary

200000.0

Posted On

04 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Benefits Design, Benefits Administration, Total Rewards Strategy, Vendor Management, ERISA Compliance, IRS Regulations, HRIS Integration, Healthcare Benefits, Plan Design, Retirement Plan Management, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, Team Management, ROI Reporting, Operational Efficiency

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Description Director Benefits $160K–$200K + Bonus Houston TX Full Time | Total Rewards Leadership | Healthcare System Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing Call or Text: 272-230-3157 LinkedIn: View Elizabeth’s LinkedIn Prefer a quick conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157. Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is hiring a Director of Benefits for a senior leadership role within a large healthcare system in Houston, Texas. POSITION OVERVIEW • Leads design, implementation, and administration of enterprise-wide benefits programs • Oversees vendors, brokers, consultants, and trustees • Ensures compliance with IRS and ERISA regulations • Drives Total Rewards strategy in partnership with executive leadership COMPENSATION • Salary Range: $160,000 – $200,000 • Bonus: 20–30% SCHEDULE • Full-time • Hybrid work environment (must be willing to relocate to Houston) ROLE • Design and administer benefit programs including health, welfare, retirement, and wellness initiatives • Lead benefits strategy aligned with business objectives • Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service delivery • Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and healthcare reform regulations • Oversee HRIS integration and benefits systems enhancements • Develop metrics and reporting to measure program ROI • Manage and develop Benefits team • Partner with Compensation, HRIS, and executive leadership on Total Rewards strategy • Drive process improvements and operational efficiency ENVIRONMENT • Large integrated healthcare system • Multi-divisional and complex benefits structure • Cross-functional leadership role BENEFITS • Medical, dental, and vision coverage • Paid time off • Retirement plans • Professional development opportunities Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR Management, or related discipline REQUIRED • 10+ years experience managing benefits operations REQUIRED • Experience in healthcare benefits REQUIRED • Experience with plan design, implementation, and compliance (health, welfare, retirement) REQUIRED • Experience with 401(k), 403(b), pension, and non-qualified plans REQUIRED • Experience with COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and healthcare reform REQUIRED • HRIS systems experience REQUIRED • Strong leadership and team management experience REQUIRED • Master’s degree preferred • CEBS, CBP, or similar certification preferred Not ready to formally apply? That is completely fine. Many candidates prefer a brief, confidential conversation first. You are welcome to call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157. Join our VIP list to get first access to top travel roles: https://stforms.co/heartlinestaffing/travelnurse Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting’s system.

Responsibilities

Leads the design, implementation, and administration of enterprise-wide benefits programs and Total Rewards strategy for a large healthcare system. Oversees vendor relationships and ensures strict compliance with IRS and ERISA regulations.