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Senior Employee Benefits Analyst

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Arizona, Tempe
2411 West 14th Street (Show on map)
Dec 09, 2025
Senior Employee Benefits Analyst Job ID: 322170 Location: District Support Services Cntr Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Salary Range $60,136 - $78,177/annually, DOE Grade 116 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 Join our team as a Employee Benefits Analyst Sr and play a pivotal role in shaping our employee experience! In this dynamic position, you'll oversee and optimize the organization's employee benefits programs, including innovative health and welfare plans. Your expertise in benefits administration and regulatory compliance will ensure our offerings remain top-notch. You'll also serve as a trusted advisor, collaborating with employees and vendors to deliver exceptional service and support. If you're passionate about creating meaningful benefits programs that make a real impact, this is the role for you! This position will be required to be in the office a minimum of three days. Essential Functions Benefits Program Administration and Employee Support (30%) Oversee the day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance plans, ensuring seamless operations and a superior employee experience. Provide expert guidance on benefits options, claims, and enrollment, maintaining compliance with laws, policies, and plan documents. Deliver exceptional customer service through phone, email, and chat, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly. Data Analysis and Reporting (20%) Analyze benefits and human capital data to evaluate plan performance, identify trends, and recommend actionable improvements. Develop and manage complex reports and projects, summarizing insights for leadership. Leverage HRIS and Human Capital Management (HCM) systems for optimal functionality. Process Improvement (10%) Identify opportunities to enhance and streamline benefits processes while implementing best practices. Design and update communication materials to improve the employee experience. Compliance (10%) Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including NON-ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, and IRS standards. Perform quality reviews, audits, and verify transactions to maintain accuracy and adherence to agreements. Securely manage and document benefits-related information. Vendor Management (10%) Cultivate strong relationships with benefits vendors and brokers, addressing issues and ensuring performance aligns with agreements. Support other departmental needs as required. Plan Design and Strategy (10%) Partner with HR leadership to develop competitive benefits packages that align with organizational goals and budget. Utilize change management methodologies to drive effective implementation and engagement. Benefits Department Support (10%) Support benefits orientations and open enrollment meetings (virtual and in-person). Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and four (4) years of work experience in human resources, which includes the administration, analyses, and/or support of employee benefits projects, programs, and/or initiatives. OR An equivalent combination of the education and/or 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 Five (5) years of experience in employee benefits, to include one or more of the following: health, dental, vision, life, or disability insurance. Two (2) years of experience utilizing Benefits Administration Systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, PeopleSoft, Employee Navigator, or similar platforms). Experience working with carriers to resolve employee concerns. Experience in Microsoft Office or Google Suite applications, to include one or more of the following: create professional correspondence, create and manage spreadsheets for analyzing and reporting data, and deliver polished presentations. Professional certifications such as CEBS (Certified Employee Benefits Specialist), SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, IPMA, or other certification or designation related to employee benefits. Special Working Conditions Positions in this class typically require: keyboarding, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an indoor, office environment. Some work may involve occasional outdoor environments with exposure to a variety of weather conditions, including rain, wind, dust, cold temperatures and extreme desert heat. Work may involve high internal and/or external visibility. Travel: Work may involve travel to various locations throughout the District. Work Schedule: The Maricopa Community College District has functions that operate 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week, 365 days per year. While a typical schedule consists of normal working hours during the week, due to the work associated with this classification, work during nights, weekends, holidays, or otherwise non-standard work times may occasionally be required. How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. Submitting a cover letter is strongly recommended. 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. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview. Posting Close Date Open until filled First Review: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Applications received after the review date may not be screened 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=322170&PostingSeq=1 jeid-0b1759aafae45a4d9147cdabf129538c