Mgr,HR Benefits

Within the Division of Human Resources, manages and administers university benefits programs, which may include health, life, disability, retirement processing, education benefits, retirement plans, and absence management. Provides operational and strategic oversight of benefits initiatives, vendor relationships, communications, and compliance activities to ensure program's support the University's mission, values, and objectives. Ensures compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and quality standards related to university benefits. Leads benefits related projects, operational improvements, quality control of related ERP systems, records managements, and customer service initiatives. Serves as a subject matter expert on benefit programs, researching and resolving complex issues and ensuring timely response to employee or constituent inquires. Participates in departmental planning related to benefit strategy and program design. Position Overview : We are a collaborative, people‑centered team seeking a dedicated benefits professional who enjoys making a meaningful impact across our university community. This role manages and enhances a broad portfolio of benefits programs—including health, retirement, leave, and related offerings—through thoughtful strategic and operational leadership. The position partners closely with internal stakeholders and vendors, ensures regulatory compliance, leads process and system improvements, and serves as a trusted subject matter expert for complex benefits inquiries. By contributing to benefits strategy, program design, and clear communications, this role helps ensure our benefits programs reflect and support the University’s mission, values, and commitment to employee well‑being. Key Responsibilities: Administer and manage employee benefits programs. Advanced analytical, evaluative, and objective critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively summarize and present information. Maintain accurate records of employee benefits. Ensure compliance with relevant UNM policies, state, and federal regulations. Assist in the development and implementation of new benefits programs and policies. Manages and oversees personnel. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.