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Benefits Generalist (Human Resources Analyst)
 Maricopa Community College district | |
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
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 United States, Arizona, Tempe | |
| 2411 West 14th Street (Show on map) | |
 Jun 04, 2025 | |
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Benefits Generalist (Human Resources Analyst) Job ID: 321407 Location: District Support Services Cntr Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Salary Range $51,558.00 - $67,025.00/annually, DOE Grade 114 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: * Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage * Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time * 20 Paid Observed Holidays * Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage * Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions * Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) * Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents * Annual Professional Development Funding * Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: * District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars * Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter * Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services * Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings * Pre-Retirement Planning Events * Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary Are you ready to take your HR career to the next level by becoming the go-to resource for employee benefits? We're looking for a Benefits Generalist who's not only detail-driven but also passionate about supporting employees through key moments in their personal and professional lives. In this dynamic role, you'll serve as a vital link between employees, payroll, HR, benefits providers, and leave specialists-ensuring that benefit programs like disability, unpaid leave, and flexible spending accounts run smoothly and in compliance with policies and laws. From evaluating eligibility and guiding employees through benefit options, to maintaining accurate records and providing insightful reports, you'll play a central role in creating a seamless benefits experience. If you're someone who thrives on problem-solving, values clear communication, and wants to make a real impact in the day-to-day lives of employees, this is the opportunity for you. Join a team that values accuracy, empathy, and continuous improvement-where your work truly matters. Essential Functions 40% - Serves as the business process owner and subject matter expert for disability, a conduit between benefits provider, payroll, benefits, leaves, and HR local college. Works with the Leaves department to determine eligibility and evaluates FMLA and medical leaves status based on federal and state laws, statutes, and plan documents, Maricopa policies and procedures; validates the accuracy of the disability rates and coverage schedule, and evaluates eligibility and determines the disability benefits plan based on employment status, and leave status and performs coverage research in HCM and ADP systems. Maintains excel sheets containing notes, and datasets to inform the Director of an employee's status and timeline. Answers general and specific employees' inquiries. Establishes and maintains a cadence of facilitating conversations with employees to ascertain success and challenges with their disability journey; establish a meeting cadence with the Leaves, and ADA interactive business process owners to determine the appropriate accommodations if needed, and other employee-based benefit-related solutions. 20% - Serves as the business process owner for unpaid leaves of absence, a conduit between business services cashier unit, and the Leaves department. Establishing and maintaining a cadence of facilitating conversations with employees to evaluate and ascertain employees payment arrangements adhering to Maricopa policies and procedures as good stewards of public funds; partners with the Leaves department to validate employment status; verifies payroll premium deductions in HCM and ADP systems, calculates outstanding payroll premium deductions, prepares an arrears adjustments to record the payments made by employees, and forwards the payroll documentation to the Payroll department for payroll processing. Prepares and generates an unpaid leave of absence spreadsheet containing status, notes and data sets to inform the Director of employees payment timelines. 10% - Serves as the business process owner for Flexible Spending Accounts, a conduit between the employee, payroll, benefits and benefit providers. Establishes and maintains a cadence of facilitating conversations with employees to evaluate and determine balance challenges and provide guidance to enhance the employee's experience. 10% - Prepare and generate weekly claim disability reports to inform the Director of the status in discussions and meetings, prepare and generate bi-weekly FSA payroll deduction reports and prepare simple mathematical calculations to verify payroll deductions accuracy, evaluate FSA elections during newly hired enrollments and annual enrollments to ensure aligned with IRS regulations and promote successful employees health and welfare journey; perform analysis to prepare, generate and reconcile annual unsubstantiated claims reports, establish a cadence of conversations with employees to ascertain challenges and appropriate actions related to unsubstantiated claims and inform the Director of the status in discussions and meetings. 10% - Monitor employment laws and maintain awareness and compliance with regulatory changes. Perform all system user acceptance testing and production validation for PUM, plan changes, file fed error scenarios, and open enrollment regression testing, assess the website for up-to-date information and resources, submit requests for content updates as needed and bi-annual, and validate accuracy of content updates; participates in employee engagement activities, including annual open enrollment, and facilitate presentations to employees and committees, as needed, and as part of the education track. Analyzes the benefit provider's proposed presentation for plan accuracy; 10% Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in business administration, human resources, public administration, or related field and two (2) years of professional-level human resources experience in area of assignment which includes specialized knowledge of human resources policies and practices related to the administration and implementation of programs. OR An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered. Desired Qualifications 1. Two (2) years of experience in the administration, application, or maintenance of benefits programs 2. Strong written and verbal communication skills, as demonstrated through the submitted application materials 3. Strong organizational skills 4. Demonstrated ability to work independently and maintain self-motivation 5. Demonstrated ability to work with discretion regarding highly confidential material 6. Previous experience in a higher education institution Special Working Conditions May be required to sit for a prolonged period of time; viewing a computer monitor This work is mostly sedentary, involving sitting at a desk for hours at a time May be required to work at multiple sites or locations. There is an expectation for this position to work on-site at the District Office for at least two days per week How to Apply Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. A cover letter may further highlight an applicant's knowledge, skill and abilities. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Posting Close Date Apply on or before Friday, June 20, 2025 to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321407&PostingSeq=1 jeid-5ad058caa1696d4f86a48425d8441ce4 | |