Key duties include preparing reports, modifying programs based on labor agreements, recommending changes, communicating updates to employees, administering benefits, advising staff, overseeing the annual census, maintaining records, managing acquisitions' benefits, and preparing budgets. The Benefits Manager is responsible for analyzing, establishing, and managing competitive employee benefits programs (e.g., medical, dental, life, retirement), overseeing Leave of Absence, maintaining appropriate HRIS set up, ensuring legal compliance, and evaluating insurance/investment options.