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City of Saginaw Human Resource Benefits Analyst in Saginaw, Michigan
Position Title: Human Resource Benefits Analyst Salary: $58,503.33 - $72,683.31 Annually Location: City Hall, MI Job Type: Full Time Department: Office of Human Resources
Description
Performs professional-level analytical and administrative work in the planning, implementation, administration, and evaluation of employee and retiree benefit programs. This position is responsible for regulatory compliance, HRIS benefits configuration, employee education, and development of data-driven recommendations supporting organizational decision-making, collective bargaining, and cost containment strategies.
This is a non-union position reporting to the Director of Human Resources. Applications will be screened. Those best qualified will be invited to a performance test and oral interview.
Major Duties
Administers and oversees all employee and retiree benefit programs including, but not limited to, health, dental, vision, life, COBRA, pension, deferred compensation, and voluntary benefits. Serves as functional administrator for the benefits modules within the City's HRIS and related vendor systems.
Interprets benefit plan documents and collective bargaining agreements to ensure accurate and consistent application of benefits.
Coordinates annual and ongoing enrollment processes, including system configuration and employee communications.
Maintains accurate benefits data within HRIS, vendor, and payroll systems; conducts regular audits for data integrity. Troubleshoots system issues and implement enhancements.
Conducts financial, utilization, and trend analysis of benefit programs to support budget development and collective bargaining. Develops custom reports and dashboards to support financial analysis and executive decision making.
Assists in plan design evaluation and renewal analysis, including review of rate proposals.
Coordinates actuarial valuations for OPEB, pension programs.
Serves as liaison between Human Resources, Payroll, Finance, retirees, employees, and third-party administrators.
Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws including, but not limited to ACA, COBRA, HIPPA, IRS Section 125, and related public-sector benefit regulations.
Develops and delivers comprehensive employee and retiree benefits education programs, including open enrollment presentations, new hire orientations, and targeted informational sessions.