NAF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS OPERATIONS MANAGER NF-05
What you'd do
It is the applicant's responsibility to read all sections and associated links in this vacancy announcement. This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions within 90 days of the closing date. Recruitment or relocation incentive up to 5% may be authorized. This is not an entitlement nor guaranteed. The relocation or recruitment incentive will be paid in accordance with a service agreement and requires a mandatory 3-year service agreement. This incentive offer is in addition to PCS costs.
Major duties
Manages the daily operations of the NAF Employee Benefits Office and supervises assigned administrative, technical, specialist and supervisory staff. As second line supervisor, reviews and approves actions of subordinate supervisors. Acts in the capacity of the Branch Chief in their absence. Provides expert advice and counsel on benefit plans, to include NAF retirement, 401K savings, health insurance, life insurance, and other plans. Monitors operations of portability of benefits project office and closely monitors portability cases. Constructs spreadsheets for calculation of benefits, manages benefits system data accuracy and develops audit methodology. Manages the development, content, and update of the NAF Benefits website. Prepares benefit plan descriptions pamphlets and other reference and promotional materials. Monitors implementation and operation of automated systems used to administer benefits programs. Represents the NAF employee benefits program to the employees, CFSC, vendors, and field activities. Prepares and presents benefits training to HRO staff and others.
What you need to qualify
RESUMES MUST BE TWO PAGES (OR LESS). QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE CLEARLY VERIFIABLE IN YOUR RESUME. GOVERNMENT POSITIONS MUST INCLUDE PAY PLAN, SERIES, GRADE, TO AND FROM DATES, AND GOVERNMENT AGENCY/DEPARTMENT. Must include at least one year of experience performing duties at a level which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform successfully in the position. Managerial capability of the type described above to include extensive experience in the administration and operational oversight of employee benefits programs, including Retirement, Health, Life Insurance, 401K and Portability. Must possess excellent communication skills, in depth understanding of benefit data and calculations, and an understanding of how benefit programs are designed and implemented. Position requires extensive background in employee benefits administration and a comprehension of legislation and regulations that pertain to employee benefits. All Qualified applicants will be rated against the highly qualifying criteria by a rating panel for evaluation of the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education. Those applicants determined to be highly qualified will be referred to the hiring official for consideration. The highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and reference checks. Highly qualifying criteria: DOW NAF Employee Benefits experience highly preferred. Extensive supervisory experience in program administration and operational oversight. All answers to the Highly Qualifying Criteria must be demonstrated in your resume to get credit.
Before you apply
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