Senior Benefits Specialist

David Weekley Homes•Houston, TX

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About The Position

At David Weekley Homes, our purpose is Building Dreams, Enhancing Lives — and that commitment extends to the lives of our Team Members and their families. We are seeking a service-driven and experienced Senior Benefits Specialist to support the administration and continuous improvement of our health and welfare benefit programs. This role serves as the operational lead for benefits while partnering closely with the Director of Total Rewards to ensure programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with our people-first culture.

Requirements

8–10+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration
Strong knowledge of health and welfare plans and leave management
High degree of discretion and commitment to confidentiality
Experience working with brokers and third-party administrators
High attention to detail and commitment to compliance
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Service-oriented mindset with a heart for supporting Team Members

Nice To Haves

CEBS or related certification preferred

Responsibilities

Administer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, voluntary benefit programs, FSA/HAS, 401(k) and workers’ compensation
Oversee enrollments, eligibility, payroll deductions, and data integrity
Deliver and monitor FMLA, ADA, and disability leave programs
Serve as escalation point for complex benefit issues and vendor coordination
Lead project management for annual open enrollment
Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and applicable regulations
Support benefits renewals through data analysis and vendor collaboration
Deliver clear, engaging benefits communication and education