What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits Analyst position at California State University, Los Angeles?
Job No: 550994; 08/20/2025
Benefits Analyst
Administrative Analyst Specialist
Human Resources Management
Salary Range: $3,879 - $7,488/Monthly (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range $3,879 - $5,250/Monthly)
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; temporary appointment expires on or before one year from date of hire, may be extended, may become permanent, non-exempt classification.
Essential Functions: Under the direct supervision of the Benefits Manager, the Benefits Analyst is responsible for the delivery of employee benefits by processing and recording all applicable forms and documentation. The incumbent advises and consults with employees utilizing current knowledge of rules and regulations related to CSU benefits. This position requires working and interacting effectively and professionally with all levels of campus personnel and employees at corresponding levels in other federal, state, and local agencies and outside business organizations. The incumbent is responsible for the data input of various benefits processing functions in HRM's PeopleSoft database. The incumbent provides an orderly series of documents, and information to employees being hired, separated, or making personal changes to their benefits; reviews and ensures that documents are completed thoroughly and accurately; follows up with employees to obtain additional information or to correct discrepancies; disseminates completed processing documents; answers and assists with calls to the HRM general benefits phone line and email account; reviews forms, gathers data, and modifies existing forms for internal and campus-wide use; creates benefit files; and verifies appropriateness of documents for filing. In performing day-to-day tasks, the incumbent will process information using PeopleSoft, CHRS and SCO system.
Required Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and/or equivalent training. Administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and HRIS. Familiarity with databases and the use of spreadsheets. Ability to: reason logically and make appropriate recommendations; work independently using good judgment; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; clearly communicate ideas and recommendations; write clear and concise reports; enter data into HRM database and document management system with minimal errors; communicate with tact and diplomacy; and ability to work cooperatively and productively within a team environment. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.
California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Desired Qualifications: Experience with PeopleSoft HR, State Controller’s Office database, and knowledge of Human Resources Management products and services.
Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on September 3, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
To Obtain Employment Information For The Impaired Call
TDD Line (323) 343-3670
24-hour Dial-A-Job Line (323) 343-3678
Benefits Analyst
Administrative Analyst Specialist
Human Resources Management
Salary Range: $3,879 - $7,488/Monthly (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range $3,879 - $5,250/Monthly)
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; temporary appointment expires on or before one year from date of hire, may be extended, may become permanent, non-exempt classification.
Essential Functions: Under the direct supervision of the Benefits Manager, the Benefits Analyst is responsible for the delivery of employee benefits by processing and recording all applicable forms and documentation. The incumbent advises and consults with employees utilizing current knowledge of rules and regulations related to CSU benefits. This position requires working and interacting effectively and professionally with all levels of campus personnel and employees at corresponding levels in other federal, state, and local agencies and outside business organizations. The incumbent is responsible for the data input of various benefits processing functions in HRM's PeopleSoft database. The incumbent provides an orderly series of documents, and information to employees being hired, separated, or making personal changes to their benefits; reviews and ensures that documents are completed thoroughly and accurately; follows up with employees to obtain additional information or to correct discrepancies; disseminates completed processing documents; answers and assists with calls to the HRM general benefits phone line and email account; reviews forms, gathers data, and modifies existing forms for internal and campus-wide use; creates benefit files; and verifies appropriateness of documents for filing. In performing day-to-day tasks, the incumbent will process information using PeopleSoft, CHRS and SCO system.
Required Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and/or equivalent training. Administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and HRIS. Familiarity with databases and the use of spreadsheets. Ability to: reason logically and make appropriate recommendations; work independently using good judgment; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; clearly communicate ideas and recommendations; write clear and concise reports; enter data into HRM database and document management system with minimal errors; communicate with tact and diplomacy; and ability to work cooperatively and productively within a team environment. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.
California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Desired Qualifications: Experience with PeopleSoft HR, State Controller’s Office database, and knowledge of Human Resources Management products and services.
Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on September 3, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
To Obtain Employment Information For The Impaired Call
TDD Line (323) 343-3670
24-hour Dial-A-Job Line (323) 343-3678
Salary : $3,879 - $7,488