About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

The Impact You Will Have

This position is responsible for the design of cost effective health and wellness or financial benefit plans, programs and policies to drive attraction and retention of employees and executives in support of Blue Cross strategic plan. This position also ensures plan compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.

Your Responsibilities

• Researches, designs, recommends and implements new or revised health benefit and wellness programs or financial benefit plans and policies working with internal resources or external vendors as appropriate.
• Health and wellness benefits include medical, dental, vision, ancillary products related to health benefits as well as a suite of wellness and work/life benefits.
• Financial benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, workers compensation, 401(k), pension and nonqualified benefit plans.
• Prepares reports for management regarding cost effectiveness and competiveness of such programs.
• Develops and implements comprehensive employee and executive communication tools to enhance understanding of the company's benefits programs and help employees and executives take action.
• Prepares and/or obtains and reviews all necessary reports and benefit plan documents to assure compliance with applicable government rules and regulations and timeliness of all filings.
• Provides training and support to HR Service Center staff to ensure staff is able to respond to employee questions and is able to administer benefit programs per plan documents and government regulations.

Required Skills and Experiences

• 5+ years of related professional experience. All relevant experience including work, education, transferable skills, and military experience will be considered.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates. Previous experience as a benefits analyst or benefits administrator.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem solving skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designs.
• Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements affecting employee benefit and wellness programs.
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to develop accurate and appropriate communications.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
• Excellent project management and process development skills to efficiently manage a wide variety of activities and projects.
• High school diploma (or equivalency) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Skills and Experiences

• Bachelor's degree.
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation or Certified Benefits Profession (CBP) designation.

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $77,200.00 - $102,300.00 - $127,400.00 Annual

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• And more

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.

Role Designation

Hybrid

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days a week—one designated anchor day with your team, and one day of your choosing. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.

Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: talent.acquisition@bluecrossmn.com.

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