Sec. 33.301. - Benefits Division; establishment; functions.

There is created a Benefits Division. The functions of the Division shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (a) Design, develop, manage, and administer employee health and wellness related benefit programs, including but not limited to, group health, dental and vision, flexible spending, group life insurance, and cafeteria plans. (b) Design, develop, manage, and administer, in coordination with the Treasury Division, the deferred compensation 457(b) and defined contribution 401(a) plans. (c) Ensure, in coordination with a committee comprised of the Chief Administrative Officer, Chief Financial Officer, General Counsel, Director of Employee Services, Risk Manager (or their respective designees) and two individuals with insurance experience appointed by the Council President, the efficient and effective procurement of health and life insurance for the benefit of the City and its employees. (d) Administer the Employee Assistance Program to include development of policies and procedures, training, assessment, counseling and referral services. (e) Ensure, in coordination with the Accounting Division, the accuracy of payroll certification in accordance with applicable ordinances, laws, and rules and regulations. (f) Ensure compliance with state and federal employee benefit laws by researching and implementing any changes to any of the benefit plans and programs administered by the Division. (Ord. 2011-732-E, § 24; Ord. 2016-140-E , § 16; Ord. 2023-208-E , § 2)