- Location: Remote
- Department: Human Resources
- Schedule: Day Shift | Full-time
- Eligible for an annual bonus incentive
How you’ll make an impact in this role
- Partner directly with the VP of Benefits to design and execute a unified, multi-year strategy integrating retirement, health, and population wellness initiatives.
- Serve as the Benefits department's primary liaison and consultant across enterprise teams—including IT, Finance, HR Operations, Legal, and Payroll.
- Build dynamic, value-driven communication campaigns for open enrollment, life events, and education to boost overall benefits literacy.
- Use focus groups, survey data, and associate feedback to identify gaps, refine offerings, and elevate employee satisfaction metrics.
- Collaborate with internal partners and vendors to set KPIs, track holistic plan metrics against financial goals, and benchmark against market trends.
- Facilitate operational transformation across the department by implementing agile workflows, process improvements, and digital tools to replace legacy practices.
Education and Work Experience
- High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
- Progressive experience in employee benefits design, retirement plan administration and health/wellness initiatives
- Experience driving organizational change, modernizing legacy processes, and improving associate experience/satisfaction.
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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