City of Pomona, CA
Human Resources Analyst II (Benefits)
City of Pomona, CA, Pomona, CA, United States
Salary : $86,064.00 - $104,664.00 Annually
Location : Pomona, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 24-HRA2/1
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 11/21/2024
Max Number of Applicants: 100
VACANCY
APPLY IMMEDIATELY - POSITION WILL CLOSE December 19, 2024 or
AFTER FIRST 100 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED,
WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
The City of Pomona Human Resources Department is offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced Human Resources Benefits Analyst to join our HR Team. The Human Resources Analyst II (Benefits) will provide hands-on support for Benefits Administration and provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Human Resources Manager.
The ideal candidate for the Benefits Analyst II position should have experience in Benefits Administration and the ability to collaborate with HR Management to implement policies, practices and procedures. Familiarity with public or non-profit agencies, Memorandums of Understanding, and the Fair Labor Standards Act is preferred.
Strong experience with Leave Administration-including Pregnancy Disability Leave, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the California Family Rights Act-is essential. Candidates should also have advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office, Human Resources Information Systems, and Benefits Software.
The ideal candidate will excel in client-centered service, overseeing interactive processes, working with benefits brokers, managing billing, and organizing wellness events.
Why Choose Pomona?
The City of Pomona offers a valuable opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the Pomona workforce through the position of HR Analyst II (Benefits).
The City of Pomona offers an excellent benefits package featuring a 4/10 work schedule-giving you Fridays off-and low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage. Employees will participate in CalPERS, may join a Deferred Compensation Plan, may enroll in a Tuition Reimbursement plan, and may utilize a medical Flexible Spending Account. Employment with the City of Pomona also qualifies for the Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Additionally, we are excited to offer a 6% education incentive for individuals who obtain a master's degree.
The City of Pomona also offers competitive salaries and a structured salary increase plan. As the Benefits Analyst II, you can:
- Anticipate a 4% salary increase on October 1, 2025, and
- Enjoy a 5% salary increase on October 1, 2026.
This is an exciting time to join the City of Pomona HR team. If you are a highly detail-oriented, motivated, team-centered, results-driven professional with a strong focus on customer service, we want you on our team!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY
A combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The following list represents the core competencies needed for success in this position.
The primary responsibilities of this position are listed below. View the complete Job Description here.
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
SELECTION PROCESS
Screening of qualifications and "most qualified" is based on the information provided on the official City Application. A resume may be attached to your application, but will not substitute for the completion of your application. Applications that are not entirely completed may be rejected. This recruitment may also establish a list for future vacancies.
To complete your application for this position you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application. The information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position. Final candidates are required to submit authorization for the City to run a report from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
City Mission Statement
The City of Pomona is dedicated to improving the quality of life for our diverse community.
The City of Pomona offers the following generous benefit package. Employees serve a 12-month probationary period. The Salary Scale Plan is composed of five steps. Merit step increases are based on meets standards performance, except step 4 and 5, which requires exceed standards performance.
WORK SCHEDULE: Most employees work a 4/10 work schedule.
In order to maintain service to the public, departmental effectiveness, productivity and/or efficiency, a Department Director may assign an employee a different work schedule that is in compliance with the requirements of FLSA with Human Resources and Association approval.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS: Provided by the California Public Employee's Retirement System. Every regular employee becomes a member immediately upon employment. New employees who become a "new" member of CalPERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013 will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% @ 62, FAS 3 Plan. New members will be required to pay at least 50% of the normal cost (Govt. Code Section. 7522030(c)). However, a new employee who is a "classic" member of CalPERS or a current member of another California public retirement system will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% @ 60, FAS 3 Plan. Currently, all new employees shall pay the CalPERS member's retirement contribution of 6.75%. City of Pomona employees do not contribute into Social Security.
PAID HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays & 2 floating holidays are provided per year.
VACATION LEAVE:
EXECUTIVE LEAVE: Provided to Group C (exempt) employees. Accrue 80 hours per year.
GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS: These programs include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurances.LONG TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE: 66 2/3 of base salary for a maximum of 2 years after 60 days LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 policy plus AD&D
EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLANS are available for eligible employees to develop their knowledge and abilities.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: A voluntary deferred compensation 457 plan is available.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: are available where employees use pre-tax salary to pay for regular child care, adult dependent care and/or medical expenses.
CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.
FIVE-YEAR VISION STATEMENT: Pomona will be recognized as a vibrant, safe, beautiful community that is a fun and exciting destination and the home of arts and artists, students, and scholars, business and industry.
CORE VALUES: The City of Pomona values Cultural Diversity; Fiscal Responsibility; Focusing on the Future; Excellent Customer Service; Leadership; Quality of Life; and Clear and Open Communication.
01
Please indicate your highest level of education.
02
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
03
How many years of experience do you possess performing the duties of a Human Resources Benefits Analyst II or equivalent?
04
In 200 words or less, describe your experience coordinating the administration of benefits plans, such as health, life, disability, COBRA, and retirement benefits; if you do not have experience, type "N/A."
05
In 200 words or less, describe in detail your experience with leave of absence administration; including expertise with any leave management tracking processes. If you do not have experience, type "N/A".
06
In 200 words or less, describe your experience coordinating employee benefits fairs, wellness programs, and educational outreach to support the benefits programs.
07
In 200 words or less, describe your experience, if any, using an HRIS, including the functions of the system that you utilize, the work products that you create/generate, and any experience with pulling data for reporting purposes.
08
Have you worked in benefits administration in a public agency?
Required Question
Location : Pomona, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 24-HRA2/1
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 11/21/2024
Max Number of Applicants: 100
VACANCY
APPLY IMMEDIATELY - POSITION WILL CLOSE December 19, 2024 or
AFTER FIRST 100 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED,
WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
The City of Pomona Human Resources Department is offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced Human Resources Benefits Analyst to join our HR Team. The Human Resources Analyst II (Benefits) will provide hands-on support for Benefits Administration and provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Human Resources Manager.
The ideal candidate for the Benefits Analyst II position should have experience in Benefits Administration and the ability to collaborate with HR Management to implement policies, practices and procedures. Familiarity with public or non-profit agencies, Memorandums of Understanding, and the Fair Labor Standards Act is preferred.
Strong experience with Leave Administration-including Pregnancy Disability Leave, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the California Family Rights Act-is essential. Candidates should also have advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office, Human Resources Information Systems, and Benefits Software.
The ideal candidate will excel in client-centered service, overseeing interactive processes, working with benefits brokers, managing billing, and organizing wellness events.
Why Choose Pomona?
The City of Pomona offers a valuable opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the Pomona workforce through the position of HR Analyst II (Benefits).
The City of Pomona offers an excellent benefits package featuring a 4/10 work schedule-giving you Fridays off-and low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage. Employees will participate in CalPERS, may join a Deferred Compensation Plan, may enroll in a Tuition Reimbursement plan, and may utilize a medical Flexible Spending Account. Employment with the City of Pomona also qualifies for the Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Additionally, we are excited to offer a 6% education incentive for individuals who obtain a master's degree.
The City of Pomona also offers competitive salaries and a structured salary increase plan. As the Benefits Analyst II, you can:
- Anticipate a 4% salary increase on October 1, 2025, and
- Enjoy a 5% salary increase on October 1, 2026.
This is an exciting time to join the City of Pomona HR team. If you are a highly detail-oriented, motivated, team-centered, results-driven professional with a strong focus on customer service, we want you on our team!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY
A combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, human resources management, or a related field.
- Three years of experience as a Human Resources Analyst I.
The following list represents the core competencies needed for success in this position.
- Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
- Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
- Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information
- Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
- Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
- Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
- Oral Communication - Engaging effectively in dialogue
- Legal & Regulatory Navigation - Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
- Must possess a valid Class C California Driver's License.
The primary responsibilities of this position are listed below. View the complete Job Description here.
- Plan, organize, and administer the City's Health and Benefits Program, including health, dental, long-term disability, life insurance/accidental death and dismemberment, flexible benefit, Employee Assistance Program and CalPERS retirement programs.
- Review, verify, prepare, and process health enrollment forms, medical and dental forms, disability claims, and other related forms and documents.
- Administer the City's CalPERS contracts, including amendments and benefit changes.
- Update, track, and maintain aspects of the City's Human Resources Information System, plan, organize, and coordinate the maintenance of various records and files related to employee benefit functions, operations, and activities.
- Plan and conduct comprehensive benefits surveys and complex reports.
- Plan, present, and coordinate onboarding for new employees on benefits options and choices.
- Maintain and administer the City's Family Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, and Leaves Programs; stay abreast of legal updates; notify employees and supervisors of their rights and responsibilities under the act; track employees employees' leave.
- Develop, plan, organize, and coordinate the City's Open Enrollment Program and Benefits and Wellness Fair.
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
SELECTION PROCESS
Screening of qualifications and "most qualified" is based on the information provided on the official City Application. A resume may be attached to your application, but will not substitute for the completion of your application. Applications that are not entirely completed may be rejected. This recruitment may also establish a list for future vacancies.
To complete your application for this position you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application. The information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position. Final candidates are required to submit authorization for the City to run a report from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
City Mission Statement
The City of Pomona is dedicated to improving the quality of life for our diverse community.
The City of Pomona offers the following generous benefit package. Employees serve a 12-month probationary period. The Salary Scale Plan is composed of five steps. Merit step increases are based on meets standards performance, except step 4 and 5, which requires exceed standards performance.
WORK SCHEDULE: Most employees work a 4/10 work schedule.
In order to maintain service to the public, departmental effectiveness, productivity and/or efficiency, a Department Director may assign an employee a different work schedule that is in compliance with the requirements of FLSA with Human Resources and Association approval.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS: Provided by the California Public Employee's Retirement System. Every regular employee becomes a member immediately upon employment. New employees who become a "new" member of CalPERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013 will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% @ 62, FAS 3 Plan. New members will be required to pay at least 50% of the normal cost (Govt. Code Section. 7522030(c)). However, a new employee who is a "classic" member of CalPERS or a current member of another California public retirement system will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% @ 60, FAS 3 Plan. Currently, all new employees shall pay the CalPERS member's retirement contribution of 6.75%. City of Pomona employees do not contribute into Social Security.
PAID HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays & 2 floating holidays are provided per year.
VACATION LEAVE:
- 1-3 years = 80 hours
- 4-5 years = 120 hours
- 6-8 years = 160 hours
- 9-15 years = 200 hours
- 16 years plus = 240 hours (maximum)
EXECUTIVE LEAVE: Provided to Group C (exempt) employees. Accrue 80 hours per year.
GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS: These programs include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurances.
- HEALTH INSURANCE: $700 per month; cash-in-lieu program available
- DENTAL: $75 per month
- VISION: Voluntary participation by the employee
- 125 BENEFIT PLAN CONTRIBUTIONS:
- Waiving coverage = $45 per month
- Single coverage = $165 per month
- Two-party coverage = $875 per month
- Family coverage = $1,375 per month
EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLANS are available for eligible employees to develop their knowledge and abilities.
- TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: $3,500 per year, provided employee is not receiving Education Incentive.
- EDUCATION INCENTIVE: This benefit is provided to qualifying employees for a degree from an accredited college when such a degree is higher than the minimum degree required for the position. Provided employee is not receiving Tuition Reimbursement or after one (1) year from date employee received Tuition Reimbursement.
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- 2% for an associate's degree
- 4% for a bachelor's degree
- 6% for a master's degree
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DEFERRED COMPENSATION: A voluntary deferred compensation 457 plan is available.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: are available where employees use pre-tax salary to pay for regular child care, adult dependent care and/or medical expenses.
CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.
FIVE-YEAR VISION STATEMENT: Pomona will be recognized as a vibrant, safe, beautiful community that is a fun and exciting destination and the home of arts and artists, students, and scholars, business and industry.
CORE VALUES: The City of Pomona values Cultural Diversity; Fiscal Responsibility; Focusing on the Future; Excellent Customer Service; Leadership; Quality of Life; and Clear and Open Communication.
01
Please indicate your highest level of education.
- Some High School
- High School Diploma or GED equivalency
- Some college
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
02
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
03
How many years of experience do you possess performing the duties of a Human Resources Benefits Analyst II or equivalent?
- No experience.
- Less than 1 year of experience.
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years of experience.
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years of experience.
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years of experience.
- 4 or more years of experience.
04
In 200 words or less, describe your experience coordinating the administration of benefits plans, such as health, life, disability, COBRA, and retirement benefits; if you do not have experience, type "N/A."
05
In 200 words or less, describe in detail your experience with leave of absence administration; including expertise with any leave management tracking processes. If you do not have experience, type "N/A".
06
In 200 words or less, describe your experience coordinating employee benefits fairs, wellness programs, and educational outreach to support the benefits programs.
07
In 200 words or less, describe your experience, if any, using an HRIS, including the functions of the system that you utilize, the work products that you create/generate, and any experience with pulling data for reporting purposes.
08
Have you worked in benefits administration in a public agency?
- Yes
- No
Required Question