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ManTech is seeking an experienced Benefits Manager to join our team at ManTech International in Herndon, VA. We are looking for an independent self-starter who is a strong multitasker and a resourceful-results oriented thinker. In this role, your daily activities will include independent project management; research and investigation in search of unique solutions to isolated benefit issues/requests; and you will serve as the subject matter expert.

In this role, you will work with the Director of Benefits to provide critical analytical and technical support in the implementation, administration, compliance, and delivery of ManTech’s benefit programs.

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

• Manage benefits administration providers to ensure employee health and welfare benefit programs are administered in accordance with plan documents and applicable regulations.

• Foster collaborative relationships with key internal partners such as Strategic Advisor Partners and Managers, Talent & Acquisition, Payroll, HRIS, Finance, Legal, Procurement, etc.

• Manage vendor partners to ensure performance expectations are met.

• Serve as a subject matter expert and provide consultative support to external and internal stakeholders on benefit programs.

• Effectively manage multiple, complex projects and deadlines with outsourced providers and third-party vendors to ensure a high degree of customer satisfaction and superior benefit administration. Projects may be annual or ad hoc in nature. Typical projects include, open enrollment, ACA, plan document updates, organizational changes that impact benefits among others.

• Create or review benefit materials to ensure ManTech is meeting regulatory communication requirements.

• Provide project management support with the implementation of benefit programs while working with our consultants, benefits administrator, and third-party vendors.

• Develop and design work-life and wellbeing communication strategies to educate and engage participants.

• Prepare analytics on plan utilization and participant engagement data based on key metrics related to benefits strategy and administration.

• Identify trends and opportunities to modify and improve programs and policies; streamline processes and ease administration.

• Provide support with various audit requests to ensure appropriate follow-up and resolution by deadlines. Audits include dependent verification, plan audits, DOL or other governmental audits.

• Participate in special benefit related projects as assigned.

• May be responsible for overseeing leave administration.

• Role may require supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 or more years of experience in management of benefit programs is required.

• Up-to-date knowledge of employee benefit plans, including relevant federal and state regulations and legislation.

• Working knowledge of all aspects of employee benefit plans (design, administration, and compliance).

• Demonstrable ability to think strategically, analytically, and critically to break down complex concepts, manage risks and employee escalations.

• Strong experience in vendor management.

• Solid project management and organizational skills including a keen attention to detail and ability to prioritize.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including preparing and coordinating benefit communications and presentations.

• Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholders and foster relationships.

• Advanced in MS Office such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word.

• Must be a self-starter, able to work with little direction and handle several complex projects successfully and simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

• Experience with Service Contract Act (SCA).

• Professionalism, discretion, and solid good judgement is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.

• Certifications such as Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or Certified Benefits Professional (CBP)

• Experience in Government Contracting Industry

• HR Systems Experience, preferably Workday

Physical Requirements:

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity tool.

• The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.

ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.