Senior Benefits Manager

The Opportunity 

Delaware North is hiring a Senior Benefits Manager to join our team in Buffalo, New York. As a Senior Benefits Manager, you will be responsible for the overall administration and compliance of all benefits programs for non-union and union team members. If you like to innovate, enact change, and seek growth opportunities, apply now to join our team. 

Buffalo-based candidates can work a hybrid schedule, including a minimum of three days per week in the office. Candidates in Cleveland, Erie, Rochester, or a reasonable driving distance are welcome to apply. The requirement will be to work on-site in Buffalo, NY at least one day a month.

Pay

Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $95900 - $129400 / year

In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

Benefits 

At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match 
• Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
• Paid vacation days and holidays
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
• Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts

Responsibilities 

• Benefits program design (e.g., health and welfare, retirement etc.) for both US and Canadian programs.
• Benefits program management (e.g., open enrollment, health and welfare, retirement, relocation, commuter, etc.).
• Benefits program administration (e.g., processes, billing, deductions, leaves, etc.).
• Benefits program compliance (e.g., union collective bargaining agreements, affordable care act, required notices).
• Analyze current benefit programs against industry norms and trends.
• Monitor benefit costs, budgets, and pricing of benefit programs.
• Responsible for data integrity, enrollments audits, and billing reconciliations.
• Communication (e.g., guidance on benefit program features, plans, and options to employees and management).
• Vendor management (e.g., insurance and pension brokers, consultants, etc.).

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, benefits administration, business, finance, or a related field required. 
• Minimum of five 5 to six 6 years of experience in strategy and administration of benefits programs required, including wellness, 401k, etc.
• Minimum three 3 to five 5 years in a benefits leadership role, with experience and managing teams is required.
• Experience with unions is a plus
• Vendor management experience required
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (proficiency with Excel is a must). 
• Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms; working knowledge of Workday preferred.  
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relevant to health and welfare benefit plans a well as 401(k) retirement plans.  
• Certified Benefits Professional, SHRM-CP, or SHRM SCP preferred. 

Who We Are 

At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.