HR Analyst / Senior HR Analyst – Benefits

Depending on experience, education, and qualifications, applicants may be hired as either a Human Resources Analyst or Senior Human Resources Analyst Human Resources Analyst (9381) .

Salary Range - If hired as Human Resources Analyst:

 $61,383.04 - $89,007.48/Annually $29.51 - $42.79/Hourly 

Senior Human Resources Analyst (9272) 

Salary Range - If hired as Senior Human Resources Analyst: 

$70,190.54 - $101,778.67/Annually $33.74 - $48.93/Hourly 

Below is the job description for Human Resources Analyst - Benefits. To view the job details for Senior Human Resources Analyst, click the following link:
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WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY
Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job.  It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.  It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation.  Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That’s why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today.

OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace.   However, we also look after and support one another.  All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE).  We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture.  All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization.

SUMMARY OF POSITION
Under general supervision, this position performs a wide range of duties related to the functions of the Human Resources Department as assigned. This position also provides professional level assistance to the Human Resources Department by researching, collecting, and analyzing data, developing narrative and statistical reports, as well as assisting with projects and special requests, and assisting internal and external customers with HR related matters.GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES 
In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.

• Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
• Contribute to a positive work culture.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
• Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
• Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
This position performs a wide variety of HR duties, which may include assisting the department in the following areas depending on assignment:

• Maintains Human Resources information on the City’s intranet and internet sites.
• Conducts surveys and analyzes findings.
• Gathers data from our benchmark cities via surveys and creates meaningful information and presentations.  May also respond to surveys submitted by benchmark peers as needed.
• Travels to various city locations, trainings, and events.
• As part of General Office Management, participates in budget preparation and administration; monitors and controls expenditures; processes purchase orders and invoice payments.
• Coordinates with Human Resources department on recognition programs and other special events as assigned. 
• Maintains familiarity, provides input and assists with other various internal functions including payroll, benefits, worker’s compensation, training, and risk management as requested.
• Prepares, analyzes and evaluates a variety of HR data for presentation to City departments and Human Resources staff. 
• Analyzes various functions of Human Resources; makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of HR operations.
• Composes, prepares and reviews a variety of reports, memorandums, presentations and documents as assigned; distributes reports for review and use by Human Resources staff.
• Provides Human Resources information and assistance to internal and external customers.
• Works as a cooperative and supportive member of the HR team to provide exceptional customer service.
• Respond to open records requests as appropriate.
• Complies with all written City policies and procedures.
• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.
  
  

If Assigned to Benefits:

• Drafts, for review, accurate employee communications, informational flyers, newsletter summaries and other benefit related documents and ensures employees have access to current information.
• Serves as a liaison for employees and third-party administrators by responding to and resolving inquires, troubleshooting, and escalating issues to the appropriate level as needed.
• Responsible for monitoring and controlling expenditures by analyzing invoices and account activity, and processing purchase orders and invoice payments.
• Provides input and assists with other HR/Benefits functions including payroll, employment, worker’s compensation, ADA, and training as it pertains and intersects with the benefits area.
• May prepare, analyze and evaluate a variety of benefits data for presentations to the City Departments, HR staff and employees.
• Creates, compares and reviews a variety of reports, memorandums, presentations and documents as assigned.
• Participates in the coordination and set-up of the Benefits, and Wellness Fairs.
• May develop, administer, maintain, and update the FMLA and leave database to accurately track leave, employee status, and available time remaining for employees.
• Consults with employees on general benefit related matters and provides interpretation and administration of plan documents and applicable rules and regulations.
• Administers the Tuition Assistance Program.

• Assists in analyzing statistical data to identify employee health trends using all available internal healthcare data as appropriate to create wellness programs or initiatives that meet the city's goals.
• Responds to general employee questions and requests for assistance as they relate to health insurance and other benefits.
• Prepares new employee benefit enrollment and payroll paperwork; submits appropriate paperwork to payroll and benefit agencies.
• Recommends benefit policy changes, and assists departments and employees with routine policy interpretation, and benefit questions.
• Executes employee continuation of coverage process and necessary paperwork. Maintains term database.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS

• Ability to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided. 
• Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
• Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
• If Assigned to Compensation: Knowledge of classification and compensation practices, as well as, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and other applicable Federal, state, and city rules, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures related to classification and compensation programs.
• Ability to exhibit strong professional judgment, decision-making, and ethics.
• Skill to interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations, particularly those applicable to human resources management.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of HR practices, including performance management system development and administration, job analysis and classification, recruitment and employment processes, benefits and retirement administration, and practices of training processes.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of mathematics and statistics.
• Skill to operate various types of office equipment including computers and calculators.
• Ability to tactfully respond to requests and inquiries from employees, supervisors, and the general public.
• Skill to organize work for timely completion.
• Skill to research and analyze a variety of information.
• Use discretion and tact in handling a wide variety of confidential information.
• Meet the City's driving standards (in order to drive for City business).
• Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
• Skill to build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
• Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
• Positively influence organization and its employees through words and action. 
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business or a related degree supplemented by two (2) years of relevant experience, working with a variety of human resources and/or compensation concepts, policies, best practices, and procedures. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in the public sector and/or working with public sector software applications is preferred.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must have Class C Texas Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds).  Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.   Some tasks require visual and sound perception and discrimination and oral communications ability.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Limited exposure to environmental conditions.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position.  Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Salary : $61,383 - $101,779