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Jhahbriel Moore Butler

Laurel,MD

Summary

Successful HR leader with solid record of accomplishment in benefits management and leave administration. Good vendor relations, program leadership and analytical problem-solving abilities. Specialized in employee health and wellness, education.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Benefits Manager

The Cordish Companies-Live Casino & Hotels
Hanover, MD
11.2022 - Current
  • Developed and administered employee benefit programs, including health insurance, 401 plans, vacation and sick leave policies, and disability benefits.
  • Conducted periodic audits of employee benefit records to ensure accuracy.
  • Researched and evaluated new benefit options to determine cost-effectiveness for the company.
  • Provided guidance and support to employees regarding their benefits packages.
  • Created communications materials such as newsletters, brochures, and presentations to educate employees on available benefits.
  • Managed vendor relationships with third-party providers of benefits services.
  • Collaborated with Human Resources staff to develop strategies to ensure compliance with federal and state laws related to employee benefits.
  • Led training sessions for HR personnel on topics related to employee benefits administration.
  • Analyzed data from surveys and focus groups to evaluate current programs and inform decisions about future changes or updates.
  • Assisted with the development of annual budgets for all benefit programs.
  • Developed procedures for tracking enrollment in various benefit plans.
  • Generated reports on utilization rates, costs associated with different plans.
  • Coordinated open enrollment periods by creating timelines, developing materials, scheduling meetings.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from employees regarding their benefit plans or eligibility status.
  • Led classes for new and existing employees to outline benefits choices.
  • Administered employee insurance, pension and savings plans, working with insurance brokers and plan carriers.
  • Created personnel forecasts to project employment needs.
  • Prepared paperwork required for termination of employment related benefit coverage.
  • Participated in collective bargaining negotiations as needed regarding matters relating to employee benefits.
  • Provided guidance to employees on the Family Medical Leave Act regulations, company policies, and procedures related to leaves of absence.
  • Assisted management in developing strategies for managing intermittent FMLA leaves.

Human Resources Benefits Manager

Whitman-walker Clinic
Washington, DC
01.2021 - 11.2022
  • Developed and administered employee benefit programs, including health insurance, 401 plans, vacation and sick leave policies, and disability benefits.
  • Provided guidance and support to employees regarding their benefits packages.
  • Created communications materials such as newsletters, brochures, and presentations to educate employees on available benefits.
  • Managed vendor relationships with third-party providers of benefits services.
  • Collaborated with Human Resources staff to develop strategies to ensure compliance with federal and state laws related to employee benefits.
  • Led training sessions for HR personnel on topics related to employee benefits administration.
  • Coordinated open enrollment periods by creating timelines, developing materials, scheduling meetings.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from employees regarding their benefit plans or eligibility status.
  • Investigated discrepancies between reported information received from vendors and internal records.
  • Prepared paperwork required for termination of employment related benefit coverage.
  • Ensured that all documents pertaining to employee benefits were properly maintained according to legal guidelines.
  • Reduced health care costs by supporting insurance programs that offered low annual rates.
  • Administered employee insurance, pension and savings plans, working with insurance brokers and plan carriers.
  • Analyzed employment-related data and prepared reports.
  • Compiled, reviewed and processed FMLA leave requests to ensure compliance with the Family Medical Leave Act.
  • Assisted in developing and administering FMLA policies and procedures.

Benefits Advisor

United States Department of Labor
Washington, DC
05.2019 - 01.2021
  • Conducted in-depth analyses of employee benefit plans, including health care, retirement, and other benefits.
  • Maintained current knowledge of industry developments relating to employee benefits regulations.
  • Provided ongoing customer service to clients regarding their 401K accounts.
  • Prepared monthly reports on 401K contributions, withdrawals, and other activities.
  • Handled all inquiries from participants concerning account balances, distributions, loans.

Regional Employee Benefits Director

Senior Life Insurance Company
Baltimore, MD
12.2017 - 05.2019
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
  • Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
  • Reviewed internal reports and identified areas of risk or potential cost savings.
  • Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
  • Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to identify trends in product performance or customer service issues.
  • Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels.
  • Monitored market conditions and competitor activities to inform business decisions.
  • Served as a public spokesperson at industry events or conferences.
  • Assessed employee performance against established benchmarks or targets.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with customers by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
  • Managed staff, financials and key performance indicators to facilitate business operations.
  • Developed and presented new ideas and conceptualized new approaches and solutions.

National Benefits Account Manager

Kaiser Permanente
Rockville, MD
08.2007 - 12.2017
  • Provided customer service to employees regarding their benefits accounts, answered questions and resolved issues.
  • Created and maintained employee benefits accounts, processed enrollments, changes, terminations and cancellations.
  • Assisted with the development of new benefit plans and programs as needed.
  • Conducted annual reviews of existing benefit plans to ensure they are up-to-date with current regulations.
  • Prepared reports on benefit plan costs and utilization trends for management review.
  • Analyzed data to identify potential cost savings opportunities within the benefits program.
  • Developed strategies to maximize return on investment from existing benefits programs while minimizing administrative costs associated with them.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to obtain competitive pricing for products or services related to employee benefits programs.
  • Participated in meetings and conference calls with vendors, brokers, consultants, administrators., related to employee benefits programs.
  • Researched industry trends in order to keep abreast of changing laws and regulations that may impact employer sponsored health care plans.
  • Implemented best practices across all areas of responsibility within the Benefits department.
  • Assessed compliance with plan frameworks, company standards and legal statutes.
  • Evaluated customer needs and proposed specific benefits options.
  • Managed 50-60 open enrollment each year.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Developed recommendations for improvement of organization's personnel policies and practices.

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

CordishDeVry University
Villa Park, IL
06-2012

High School Diploma -

D H Conley High School
Greenville, NC
06-1990

Skills

  • Employee Counseling
  • Account servicing abilities
  • Employee communication
  • HR program development
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Benefits Administration
  • Contract Review
  • Medical insurance understanding
  • Vendor Relations
  • Performance Management
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Program Leadership

Timeline

Corporate Benefits Manager

The Cordish Companies-Live Casino & Hotels
11.2022 - Current

Human Resources Benefits Manager

Whitman-walker Clinic
01.2021 - 11.2022

Benefits Advisor

United States Department of Labor
05.2019 - 01.2021

Regional Employee Benefits Director

Senior Life Insurance Company
12.2017 - 05.2019

National Benefits Account Manager

Kaiser Permanente
08.2007 - 12.2017

MBA - Business Administration And Management

CordishDeVry University

High School Diploma -

D H Conley High School

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