Benefits Analyst

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 25, 2025
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Closing Date: 04/30/2025 Type of Position:DNU - Human Resources (Inactive) Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations. UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at (501) 812-2839. Department:Human Resources Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, Arkansas is accepting applications for Benefits Analyst. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and analyzing employment benefits. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy. University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College provides access to high-quality education that promotes student learning and enables individuals to develop to their fullest potential. Qualifications: Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Maintains confidentiality in all HR matters Provides excellent customer service to employees, applicants, and visitors Provides information, assistance, and clarification regarding employee benefits from onboarding to exit Works with a high level of initiative and concern for excellence Interprets laws, rules, and policies concerning benefits and retirement systems; provides advice based on interpretations Provides a variety of technical information from which employees and members may make responsible decisions concerning their benefits and retirement plans Effectively manages and tracks employees' leave to include FMLA Researches data system to provide information to employees and members on the status of their benefits including leave Responsible for data necessary to complete compliance activities, employee communications, vendor billings, coordinating data collection and updating numerous reports for payroll and management. Assures processes and procedures are in place to capture and maintain consistent and accurate benefit related data Enters new hires and terminations in HRIS and benefits portals Responsible for employee data auditing and reporting to include monthly reconciliations Presents benefits open enrollment meetings, benefits trainings and retirement workshops Computes annuity benefits utilizing years of service and compensation factors Maintains payroll deductions in HRIS database Responsible for accurate recordkeeping Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; At least three years of experience in human resources, health, life or voluntary product benefits and/or retirement program eligibility, insurance filing, claims administration or a related field. Preferred Qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in human resources, public administration, or a related field. Experience with the Workday system Experience in a higher education environment Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to interpret and apply the provisions of law, regulations and policies to specific situations. Ability to prepare and present written and oral information and reports. Ability to use computer or software programs to enter, extract and research data. Knowledge of employee benefit programs and eligibility requirements. Ability to conduct research and compile data into report form. Ability to maintain filing systems accurately. Ability to analyze documents to determine compliance with rules, regulations, and procedures. Additional Information: Salary Information: $36,000 Required Documents to Apply: List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s) Optional Documents: Cover Letter/Letter of Application Special Instructions to Applicants Recruitment Contact Information: Human Resources humanresources@uaptc.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities. This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking Frequent Physical Activity:Pulling, Standing, Walking Occasional Physical Activity:Grasping, Lifting Benefits Eligible:Yes