Hr Manager/director

• Oversee and process all State of Tennessee employee benefits forms, documentation, and reporting requirements
• Ensure timely submission of enrollment changes, eligibility updates, terminations, and compliance-related benefits filings
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the organization and the State of Tennessee Benefits Administration
• Review existing benefits workflows and ensure accuracy and continuity during the interim period
• Partner with HR, payroll, and internal department leaders to resolve benefits questions and support employees through benefit-related changes
• Maintain documentation and audit trails for all benefits submissions

• Prior experience managing State of Tennessee employee benefits forms and reporting (required)
• Background working in a higher education environment or similarly structured public‑sector organization strongly preferred
• Experience with State of Tennessee Edison human resource system is mandatory
• Demonstrated success supporting mid‑ to large‑sized workforces (1,500–2,000+ employees)
• Strong understanding of benefits compliance, eligibility rules, and state‑mandated timelines
• Ability to step into a hands‑on, fast‑moving environment and quickly stabilize day‑to‑day operations
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially with HR teams, payroll, and state agencies

Being in the greater Nashville market

• medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
• company 401(k) plan