Executive Director – Benefits Administration Office

The National Automatic Sprinkler Industry (“NASI”) Welfare and Pension Funds (“Funds”), located in Landover, Maryland are currently seeking an experienced Executive Director who will report directly to the Board of Trustees. The ideal candidate will be an experienced leader who excels at supporting, mentoring, and motivating staff; overseeing benefit operations and compliance; facilitating efficient and effective communication within an organization; and championing the Funds’ strategic initiatives. This is a fully in-person, onsite position.

The Fund Office administers eight (8) multiemployer plans consisting of defined benefit, defined contribution and health plans, as well as education and training funds covering more than 20,000 active and retired plan participants. The NASI workforce, or Sprinkler Fitters, install, repair, and maintain fire sprinkler systems in industrial, commercial, and residential buildings to protect lives and property. For more information, please visit the Funds’ website at https://nasifund.org/.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities of the position include (but are not limited to):

• Lead a service organization and a committed team of 54 union and non-union staff members, fostering a culture of service excellence and collaboration.
  
• The position supervises a team of managers, including an Assistant Executive Director and a newly created Director of Operations position.
  
• Ensure seamless, compliant administration of eight multiemployer plans, overseeing more than $7.8 billion in assets.
  
• Direct all financial operations associated with the Fund Office and administration of the Funds, ensuring diligent management of resources and oversight of office facilities.
  
• Champion process improvement, operational efficiency, and outstanding member service.
  
• Establish and monitor office policies, procedures, and standards to ensure a level of professionalism and prompt, accurate service to participants and beneficiaries, the union and participating employers.
  
• Advise Trustees, shape organizational strategy, communicate with members, local unions, and employers, and represent the Funds at critical meetings (internally and externally).
  
• Navigate complex regulations (ERISA, DOL, IRC, HIPAA, ACA, PPA) and drive organizational compliance, consulting with outside professionals (e.g., auditors, attorneys, actuaries, etc.) on compliance requirements and other matters as needed.
  
• Remain informed of all plan provisions for the Funds and maintain understanding of ERISA, IRC, PPACA, and HIPAA requirements and other areas of fiduciary responsibility.
  
• Ensure timely completion and submission of all government-compliance filings and annual reporting requirements.
  
• Participate in and support activities to educate membership.
  
• Provide oversight of all the Funds’ vendors, regularly monitoring and evaluating their performance to ensure alignment with service agreements and organizational standards.
  
• Oversee and keep current on all aspects of technology used in the administration of the Funds. Work with vendor(s) to ensure adequate systems and technology are maintained to support the Funds’ recordkeeping, processing, and customer service needs.
  
• Actively network and participate in benefit administration industry organizations and interest groups supporting Taft-Hartley benefit plans.
  
• Prepare and present management reports related to benefit administration/operations; assist with coordination of Board meetings and materials for meetings using software to distribute meeting materials and to conduct electronic meetings, when appropriate; attend live and virtual Board, committee and other meetings, as directed by the Trustees.
  

Requirements

The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

• At least 10 years of prior experience in multiemployer benefits (both health and pension plans) and fund administration/operations.
  
• At least 8 years in senior management, including executive-level decision making positions.
  
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in a related field or CEBS certification preferred.
  
• Direct experience in Taft-Hartley or collectively bargained benefit environments highly valued.
  
• Deep knowledge of multiemployer fund operations, benefit plan design, and relevant regulations (ERISA, DOL, HIPAA/HITECH, ACA, PPA).
  
• Understanding of benefits administration systems and current technologies.
  
• Proven leadership, strategic thinking, and empowering management abilities with a passion for serving others.
  
• Excellent judgment, decision-making abilities and strong work ethic.
  
• Highly organized with the ability to motivate others to be organized. Flexible team player that can lead effectively as well as provide support to others in leadership roles.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to constructively interact with staff, at all levels of the organization, as well as outside professionals and service providers.
  

To Apply

The Funds offer a competitive salary range of $210,000 - $260,000 commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package that includes fully employer-paid health coverage, retirement benefits, and paid time off, among other benefits. The Funds encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability.

To apply, please send your resume and salary requirements to [email protected]. Please include job reference code 1125NASIEDIF in the subject line or with your application.