Job Summary:

At the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI), creativity and excellence are fundamental to our success. As one of the world’s largest philanthropies, HHMI is a major force in advancing science education and biomedical research in the U.S. and abroad. HHMI has a new opportunity for a Benefits Communications Specialist to join our Human Resources department at our headquarters in Chevy Chase, MD.

This position serves as a key contributor in the benefits group and maintains a high level of integrity and confidentiality in performing his or her duties. The ideal candidate will be primarily responsible for benefits communication and wellness initiatives, but may also perform responsibilities related to benefits administration, benefits analysis, and overall HR communication as well.

In this role, the specialist will be part of a dynamic and talented team of professionals. He or she will work with the Benefits team to support benefits communication and general HR communication efforts as needed. They will work collaboratively with the benefits team, benefits consultants, field HR staff and office of general counsel to understand and effectively communicate benefits-related information to employees. The ideal candidate will design and implement a benefits communication strategy and plan, as well as a branded wellness program, coordinate with IT and other key employees to leverage web-based communication vehicles and identify and integrate technology to improve overall internal communications.