Job Description

WGL - Benefits and Wellness Manager
The Manager, Benefits and Wellness will be responsible to manage all benefits and wellness programs for employees, retirees, and their families in the U.S. and Canada. This position is accountable for the performance and results of the Benefits team and multiple vendors while ensuring alignment with strategic direction of the organization.You Will:Contribute to the advancement of the Human Resources department\xe2\x80\x99s vision and missionPartner with legal counsel, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures for benefit management and delivery, and recommend policy and procedure changesMaintain metrics on benefit costs/trends and prepare recommendations for improvements and cost-saving measuresManage open enrollment, renewal, and delivery of benefitsManage a team of Benefits professionalsEstablish, manage, and nurture effective business relationships with internal and external stakeholdersLead negotiations and manage vendor relationships, performance, and contract processes to meet organizational goalsManage competitive benefit and wellness programs that strengthen the organization\xe2\x80\x99s ability to attract and retain employees and deliver desired results to the organizationIdentify, implement, and evaluate clinical programs to manage participant health and lower costsAnalyze benefit plan results and initiate appropriate action to sustain desired benefit plan performanceDevelop, manage, and monitor the benefits budgetWork effectively with actuaries and auditorsIntegrate and make effective use of EAP, mental health, and other behavioral programs as part of overall employee wellnessUtilize disability and other absence management programs to positively impact attendance, productivity, and return-to-work programsManage defined contribution and defined benefit retirement plansDevelop new and enhance existing communication plans and resources that assist employees in making maximum use of benefit programs and improving their healthLeverage Workday and other benefits administrative systems and tools to provide effective management of benefit participation and cost dataAssist other HR staff by incorporating benefits, wellness, and total rewards into the talent acquisition and management process, training programs, and employee relationsParticipate in and use published surveys in evaluating benefit and wellness programs for market comparisonsYou Have:7+ Years in Benefits, Retirement, and/or other HR administration required5+ Years supervisory/management experience requiredWorking knowledge of contractual terms and conditions, including regulatory and compliance requirementsStrong organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and multiple priorities is criticalDemonstrated ability to perform effectively in a fast paced environment, adhering to strict dead-lines and achieving objectives in a self- directed mannerDemonstrated ability to analyze data provided by vendors and from corporate systemsProficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook and various HR systemsProject management and vendor management criticalAbility to meet numerous internal and external deadlines often under tight time constraintsDemonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and aptitude for problem solving and analyzing processesPrior experience managing multiple vendorsPrior wellness program planning strategyPrior experience supporting Unions in various state/provincesWe offer a competitive salary range of $121,500.00 to $148,500.00 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person\'s ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.For U.S. hires: U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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