Sr Advisor, Benefits (Finance)

POSITION TITLE: Sr Advisor, Benefits (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)
REQUISITION #: req7890
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
LOCATION: 215 OFFICE BLDG
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) View Classifications & Benefits
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $68,879.00 - 114,792.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $85,000.00 - 105,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. MT on 12/4/2024.

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Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, children) - eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + company contributions - after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
• Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborative work environment

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Job Summary

The Senior Benefits Analyst (Senior Benefits Resource Navigator) guides employees through benefit programs, focusing on mental health resources and wellness, and provides coaching to address personal issues impacting performance. The ideal candidate will have experience in benefits administration, human resources (employee support), and organizational management, with a strong background in coaching and benefit programs. They should possess excellent communication skills, the ability to work cross-functionally, and experience in managing sensitive employee information. The position offers flexibility with a hybrid work environment, the chance to influence and educate employee well-being programs, and the opportunity to collaborate with leaders across departments.

- The Senior Benefits Navigator guides employees through benefit programs, with a focus on wellness and mental health resources and support.
- This role includes organizational management and coaching, particularly in addressing personal issues that may affect employee performance.
- The position helps employees navigate benefits, internal policies, processes, and outside resources and provides education to managers.
- No supervision of other employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Employee Support: Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries, providing guidance, resolving issues, and promoting awareness of mental health and other resources, leave administration, and workers' compensation.
• Coaching and Support: Provide coaching to employees facing life challenges that may impact their performance, leveraging experience in organizational management to facilitate positive outcomes.
• Program Management: Assist with the design, implementation, and administration of employee benefits programs, ensuring they meet the needs of the organization and its employees.
• Collaboration: Work closely with mental health providers, EAP vendors, and community organizations to ensure a comprehensive understanding of services available to employees.
• Program Evaluation: Participate in the evaluation of mental health programs and leave administration initiatives, providing feedback and recommendations for enhancements based on organizational and employee needs and feedback.
• Compliance: Ensure that all benefits programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including ACA, ADA, CO FAMLI, FMLA, and COBRA, keeping abreast of changes in legislation and implementing necessary adjustments.
• Data Analysis: Analyze benefits usage and costs to assess program effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven recommendations to enhance employee satisfaction and program efficiency.
• Continuous Learning: Stay informed about best practices in mental health benefits, leave administration, and workers' compensation, attending relevant training and workshops to learn about industry trends and best practices and influence recommendations for enhancements to benefits offerings.
• Communication: Participate in the development and delivery of employee communications related to benefits programs, including open enrollment materials and informational sessions.
• Training: Provide training to HR staff and managers on benefits policies, practices, and other thematic topics relevant to their role.

Management Responsibilities

No

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of employer benefit programs, benefits administration, employee assistance programs, or mental health advocacy at a senior level.
• Knowledge of mental health issues and resources available both in and outside the workplace.
• Knowledge of Leave Administration benefits including compliance related to short-term and long-term disability and workers' compensation.
• Knowledge of the unique employee assistance needs for first-responders and their nature of work.
• Knowledge of employment law and employee rights as well as organizational personnel policies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with employees at all levels.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to assisting individuals with mental health concerns and navigating leave benefits.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in data analysis related to benefits usage and program effectiveness.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

Required Qualifications

MinimumPreferredCollege degree or equivalent work experience. Some positions may require functionally related certification or advanced degrees Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field; or equivalent related work experience Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CEBS, LSW, SHRM-CP) are preferred

Experience Requirements

• Seven or more years of experience providing guidance and disseminating information for benefits, employee assistance, and/or health and wellness related programs; which must have included four years of experience advising employees in a human resources environment.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

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Sr Advisor, Benefits

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Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.Job Summary

The Senior Benefits Analyst (Senior Benefits Resource Navigator) guides employees through benefit programs, focusing on mental health resources and wellness, and provides coaching to address personal issues impacting performance. The ideal candidate will have experience in benefits administration, human resources (employee support), and organizational management, with a strong background in coaching and benefit programs. They should possess excellent communication skills, the ability to work cross-functionally, and experience in managing sensitive employee information. The position offers flexibility with a hybrid work environment, the chance to influence and educate employee well-being programs, and the opportunity to collaborate with leaders across departments.

- The Senior Benefits Navigator guides employees through benefit programs, with a focus on wellness and mental health resources and support.
- This role includes organizational management and coaching, particularly in addressing personal issues that may affect employee performance.
- The position helps employees navigate benefits, internal policies, processes, and outside resources and provides education to managers.
- No supervision of other employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Employee Support: Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries, providing guidance, resolving issues, and promoting awareness of mental health and other resources, leave administration, and workers' compensation.Coaching and Support: Provide coaching to employees facing life challenges that may impact their performance, leveraging experience in organizational management to facilitate positive outcomes.Program Management: Assist with the design, implementation, and administration of employee benefits programs, ensuring they meet the needs of the organization and its employees.Collaboration: Work closely with mental health providers, EAP vendors, and community organizations to ensure a comprehensive understanding of services available to employees.Program Evaluation: Participate in the evaluation of mental health programs and leave administration initiatives, providing feedback and recommendations for enhancements based on organizational and employee needs and feedback.Compliance: Ensure that all benefits programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including ACA, ADA, CO FAMLI, FMLA, and COBRA, keeping abreast of changes in legislation and implementing necessary adjustments.Data Analysis: Analyze benefits usage and costs to assess program effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven recommendations to enhance employee satisfaction and program efficiency.Continuous Learning: Stay informed about best practices in mental health benefits, leave administration, and workers' compensation, attending relevant training and workshops to learn about industry trends and best practices and influence recommendations for enhancements to benefits offerings.Communication: Participate in the development and delivery of employee communications related to benefits programs, including open enrollment materials and informational sessions.Training: Provide training to HR staff and managers on benefits policies, practices, and other thematic topics relevant to their role.
Management Responsibilities

No