Benefits Manager Jobs in Colorado

A Benefits Manager in the human resources industry is responsible for designing, planning, and implementing corporate benefits programs, policies, and procedures. They manage compensation and benefits packages, ensuring they are competitive and compliant with legal requirements. They are also responsible for negotiating with vendors and brokers for services such as health insurance. They often manage wellness programs and retirement plans. They analyze current benefits trends to estimate impact on the company and its employees, and ensure that program implementation goes smoothly by coordinating with the HR and other relevant departments.

Important skills for a Benefits Manager include excellent communication and negotiation skills, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and familiarity with HR software like HRIS or HRMS. Knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws is crucial. Many Benefits Managers hold a bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, and some roles may require a Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or similar certification. Before becoming a Benefits Manager, a person might work as a Human Resources Generalist, Compensation and Benefits Specialist, or Human Resources Manager.

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Compensation Manager

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Manager Riveron - 3.8 Denver, CO Job Details Full-time $116,000 - $176,000 a year 16 hours ago Qualifications 7 years Microsoft Excel Software implementation Employment & labor law...

Benefits Analyst

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Lead the annual open enrollment process, including planning, employee communications, vendor coordination, and system updates and testing....

Benefits Specialist 4

  • Centennial, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Centennial, CO
  • 1 day ago

Design and execute communication strategies that effectively promote our total rewards programs to employees at all levels which include creating materials for benefit orientations, open enrollment...

Payroll Manager

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago

This position oversees an annual payroll of approximately $800 million and the issuing of over 20,000 W-2 forms....

Compensation Specialist

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Specialist Colorado Springs Utilities - 3.2 Colorado Springs, CO Job Details Full-time $85,554 - $100,650 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Paid training Wellness program Health savings...

Compensation Manager

  • Broomfield, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Broomfield, CO
  • 1 day ago

Overview Are you passionate about a well-structured compensation framework? As a Compensation Manager, you will play a pivotal role in defining and managing our compensation philosophy, programs...

Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Fort Carson, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Carson, CO
  • 1 day ago

Conduct open enrollment meetings, health fairs, and webinars. Collect client information for HIB technology offerings. Author correspondence, communication materials, and compliance notices....

Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Fountain, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fountain, CO
  • 1 day ago

Conduct open enrollment meetings, health fairs, and webinars. Collect client information for HIB technology offerings. Author correspondence, communication materials, and compliance notices....

Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago

Conduct open enrollment meetings, health fairs, and webinars. Collect client information for HIB technology offerings. Author correspondence, communication materials, and compliance notices....

Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Manitou Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Manitou Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago

Conduct open enrollment meetings, health fairs, and webinars. Collect client information for HIB technology offerings. Author correspondence, communication materials, and compliance notices....

Associate Account Manager, Employee Benefits

  • Loveland, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Loveland, CO
  • 2 days ago

Description Some people are born to help others and in the insurance industry, there is no shortage of people who need our help! We're currently looking for an Associate Account Manager, Employee...

Payroll Manager

  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : Denver, CO Position Type : Full Time Education Level : 4 Year Degree Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Corporate Expectations About Lochner...

Employee Benefits Account Manager

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 days ago

OVERVIEW Alera Group is looking for an Employee Benefits Account Manager. We are seeking highly motivated colleagues who bring experience and enthusiasm to our team – joining us may be the perfect...

Compensation Manager

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Director Compensation & Benefits

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago

appropriate communication strategy for specific benefits (open enrollment, health and wellness, etc.) and develop employee education programs to ensure employees understand benefits, their value, and...

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Salary for Benefits Manager Jobs in Colorado

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Benefits Managers in Colorado offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
8.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.3%
High School or GED
6.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Benefits Managers in Colorado
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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