What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Associate - Benefits position at Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org)?
Summary
The HR Benefit Associate works collaboratively with the Benefits team to provide support and administration for our District benefit plans, leaves of absence, retirement selections, and wellness programs. With a focus on customer service, the Benefits Associate works with District staff and others to deliver information, problem solve, advocate, and provide general HR assistance.
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Minimum Requirements
Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Location: District Office - 1010 E. 10th St.
Classification: Supervisory Confidential
FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day
Work Calendar: 12 month
Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.
Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.
The HR Benefit Associate works collaboratively with the Benefits team to provide support and administration for our District benefit plans, leaves of absence, retirement selections, and wellness programs. With a focus on customer service, the Benefits Associate works with District staff and others to deliver information, problem solve, advocate, and provide general HR assistance.
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Minimum Requirements
- Four years administrative or Human Resources experience, which includes benefits and basic bookkeeping/accounting experience OR An Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or related field AND Two years of related Human Resources or Benefits Administration experience.
- Knowledge of FMLA and processing leaves of absence.
- Knowledge and ability to use spreadsheet, database, word processing, HRIS or equivalent programs.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
- FBI fingerprint background check
- Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
- Ability to work an irregular work schedule and overtime as needed
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or related field
- Experience in a school district setting
- Experience with Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and Long-Term Disability program
- Experience working with government regulations that relate to employee retirement benefits ASRS
Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Location: District Office - 1010 E. 10th St.
Classification: Supervisory Confidential
FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day
Work Calendar: 12 month
Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.
Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.