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Job Title:
Benefits Analyst
Location: Kendall Campus
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 1008771
Job Details
Job Family
ADMIN - Professional Exempt Non-Contractual
Grade
14
Salary
$55,636 - $69,545
Department
Division of Human Resources
Reports To
Benefits Manager
Closing Date
November 15, 2025
FLSA Status
Exempt - Not Eligible for Overtime Compensation
First Review Date
September 23, 2025
Position Overview The Benefits Analyst is responsible for coordinating the College’s benefits programs. Interacts with employees, retirees, dependents, other departments, and vendors to resolve issues, gather and analyze data, and explain benefits. The position reviews daily BenAdmin reports and is responsible for reporting requirements under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Responsibilities
Works with all College programs, which include, but are not limited to: health plans, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, retirement plans including the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and tax sheltered annuities (TSA’s), sick leave pool, sick leave transfer and terminal leave plans
Analyzes daily PeopleSoft BenAdmin reports, verifies that correct benefit actions have been processed and works with Employee Services to make corrections as necessary
Monitors part-time employee hours report to ensure adherence to the procedure regarding maximum hours
Schedules individual employee retirement appointments, prepares file documentation with necessary benefits & leave payout calculations, meets with employee to discuss documents, and enters Retirement benefits data
Works with the payroll department to resolve issues involving Leave payouts for retirees
Conducts audits of retirement benefit files
May conduct monthly reconciliation of FRS retiree benefits payments for submission to Business Affairs
Assists with annual benefit processes such as employees and retirees annual open enrollment and performs annual enrollment upload to FRS system
Maintains accurate accounting of benefit payments mailed in by retirees and communicates with retirees to ensure timely remittance of payments
Participates in employee benefits surveys
Conducts Benefit plan monthly enrollment analysis and specific analysis after the annual open enrollment
Ensures that established queries/reports are providing the necessary information for analysis of data and works with HRIS or IT Business Analyst to revise queries/reports as needed
Acts as a primary contact for employee benefit questions; works with employees to resolve claim issues; participates in the administration of open enrollment process
Assists in the development and improvement of benefit processes and procedures
Assists in the tracking and analysis of claim and premium data
Conducts weekly new hire orientation meetings
Ensures the accurate completion of benefits enrollment through self-service in HR system
Receives automatic system email notifications of marital status changes and follows up with employee to obtain necessary documentation
Assists in the coordination of employee benefits workshops and attends workshops as needed
Keeps abreast of trends and legal issues by participating in activities such as educational opportunities, reading professional publications, attending benefits related workshops and seminars; and recommending changes as appropriate
Reviews benefits website for accuracy and makes recommendations
Assists the department with meeting goals that support the division and the College’s strategic plan
Performs other duties as assigned
What you need to succeed
Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of experience in Human Resources/Benefits; or, Master’s degree and one (1) year of experience in Human Resources/Benefits
All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution
Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures
Knowledge of the College’s benefits program design, costs and eligibility requirements
Knowledge of business principles and practices, as well as knowledge of general office practices and record keeping
Knowledge of principles of personnel management
Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements both adopted and pending affecting employee benefit programs, including COBRA, FMLA, ADA, 125, ACA, Medicare and Social Security
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software
Knowledge about spreadsheets, database programs and office automation
Detail oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills (oral and written)
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of employees, managers, vendors or the public
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to promote and maintain effective working relationships with other department employees and benefit plan vendors to resolve employee issues
Ability to use independent judgment
Ability to communicate in a positive and effective manner with students, faculty, and staff in a multi-ethnic/multi-cultural environment along with poise and tact in handling the public
Essential Position
This function/position has been designated as essential. This means that when the College is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at the College.
Additional Requirements The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.
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Benefits Analyst
Location: Kendall Campus
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 1008771
Job Details
Job Family
ADMIN - Professional Exempt Non-Contractual
Grade
14
Salary
$55,636 - $69,545
Department
Division of Human Resources
Reports To
Benefits Manager
Closing Date
November 15, 2025
FLSA Status
Exempt - Not Eligible for Overtime Compensation
First Review Date
September 23, 2025
Position Overview The Benefits Analyst is responsible for coordinating the College’s benefits programs. Interacts with employees, retirees, dependents, other departments, and vendors to resolve issues, gather and analyze data, and explain benefits. The position reviews daily BenAdmin reports and is responsible for reporting requirements under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Responsibilities
Works with all College programs, which include, but are not limited to: health plans, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, retirement plans including the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and tax sheltered annuities (TSA’s), sick leave pool, sick leave transfer and terminal leave plans
Analyzes daily PeopleSoft BenAdmin reports, verifies that correct benefit actions have been processed and works with Employee Services to make corrections as necessary
Monitors part-time employee hours report to ensure adherence to the procedure regarding maximum hours
Schedules individual employee retirement appointments, prepares file documentation with necessary benefits & leave payout calculations, meets with employee to discuss documents, and enters Retirement benefits data
Works with the payroll department to resolve issues involving Leave payouts for retirees
Conducts audits of retirement benefit files
May conduct monthly reconciliation of FRS retiree benefits payments for submission to Business Affairs
Assists with annual benefit processes such as employees and retirees annual open enrollment and performs annual enrollment upload to FRS system
Maintains accurate accounting of benefit payments mailed in by retirees and communicates with retirees to ensure timely remittance of payments
Participates in employee benefits surveys
Conducts Benefit plan monthly enrollment analysis and specific analysis after the annual open enrollment
Ensures that established queries/reports are providing the necessary information for analysis of data and works with HRIS or IT Business Analyst to revise queries/reports as needed
Acts as a primary contact for employee benefit questions; works with employees to resolve claim issues; participates in the administration of open enrollment process
Assists in the development and improvement of benefit processes and procedures
Assists in the tracking and analysis of claim and premium data
Conducts weekly new hire orientation meetings
Ensures the accurate completion of benefits enrollment through self-service in HR system
Receives automatic system email notifications of marital status changes and follows up with employee to obtain necessary documentation
Assists in the coordination of employee benefits workshops and attends workshops as needed
Keeps abreast of trends and legal issues by participating in activities such as educational opportunities, reading professional publications, attending benefits related workshops and seminars; and recommending changes as appropriate
Reviews benefits website for accuracy and makes recommendations
Assists the department with meeting goals that support the division and the College’s strategic plan
Performs other duties as assigned
What you need to succeed
Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of experience in Human Resources/Benefits; or, Master’s degree and one (1) year of experience in Human Resources/Benefits
All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution
Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures
Knowledge of the College’s benefits program design, costs and eligibility requirements
Knowledge of business principles and practices, as well as knowledge of general office practices and record keeping
Knowledge of principles of personnel management
Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements both adopted and pending affecting employee benefit programs, including COBRA, FMLA, ADA, 125, ACA, Medicare and Social Security
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software
Knowledge about spreadsheets, database programs and office automation
Detail oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills (oral and written)
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of employees, managers, vendors or the public
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to promote and maintain effective working relationships with other department employees and benefit plan vendors to resolve employee issues
Ability to use independent judgment
Ability to communicate in a positive and effective manner with students, faculty, and staff in a multi-ethnic/multi-cultural environment along with poise and tact in handling the public
Essential Position
This function/position has been designated as essential. This means that when the College is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at the College.
Additional Requirements The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.
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