Director Benefits $160K–$200K + Bonus Houston TX
Full Time | Total Rewards Leadership | Healthcare System

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157
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Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is hiring a Director of Benefits for a senior leadership role within a large healthcare system in Houston, Texas.

POSITION OVERVIEW
• Leads design, implementation, and administration of enterprise-wide benefits programs
• Oversees vendors, brokers, consultants, and trustees
• Ensures compliance with IRS and ERISA regulations
• Drives Total Rewards strategy in partnership with executive leadership

COMPENSATION
• Salary Range: $160,000 – $200,000
• Bonus: 20–30%

SCHEDULE
• Full-time
• Hybrid work environment (must be willing to relocate to Houston)

ROLE
• Design and administer benefit programs including health, welfare, retirement, and wellness initiatives
• Lead benefits strategy aligned with business objectives
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service delivery
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and healthcare reform regulations
• Oversee HRIS integration and benefits systems enhancements
• Develop metrics and reporting to measure program ROI
• Manage and develop Benefits team
• Partner with Compensation, HRIS, and executive leadership on Total Rewards strategy
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiency

ENVIRONMENT
• Large integrated healthcare system
• Multi-divisional and complex benefits structure
• Cross-functional leadership role

BENEFITS
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement plans
• Professional development opportunities

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR Management, or related discipline REQUIRED
• 10+ years experience managing benefits operations REQUIRED
• Experience in healthcare benefits REQUIRED
• Experience with plan design, implementation, and compliance (health, welfare, retirement) REQUIRED
• Experience with 401(k), 403(b), pension, and non-qualified plans REQUIRED
• Experience with COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and healthcare reform REQUIRED
• HRIS systems experience REQUIRED
• Strong leadership and team management experience REQUIRED
• Master’s degree preferred
• CEBS, CBP, or similar certification preferred

Not ready to formally apply? That is completely fine. Many candidates prefer a brief, confidential conversation first. You are welcome to call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

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