Employee Benefits Specialist Location Hybrid remote in Henderson, NV : Position Overview The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Employee Benefits Specialist in the Finance Department. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.
Under general supervision, performs administrative and technical functions in support of the City's employee benefits programs and other regulatory programs; provides customer service and assistance to City employees, retirees, and the public; and performs related duties as assigned.
The Employee Benefits Specialist role in the Benefits division of the Finance Department is responsible for day-to-day administration of benefits enrollments, working with City benefits vendors, education of employees regarding their benefits, and assisting employees with claims and other benefits related issues. Position Information: The standard schedule for this position is Monday - Thursday, 7:30am - 5:30pm (4 day work week) This position may be eligible for remote work up to two days per week upon completion of initial probationary period; at least 50% of work time must be spent in-person onsite. Work schedules and remote work opportunities are subject to change. Salary and Benefits Competitive Salary Range of $28.61 - $42.92 hourly; salary placement for non-represented positions is based on a comprehensive compensation review and takes into consideration the candidate's qualifications as well as internal equity* Base Wage increase upon successful completion of Initial Probationary or Qualifying Period** Pay for Performance Base Wage Increase or Lump Sum Bonus** **Contingent upon the City's financial performance and subject to available funding as determined by the City Work-Life Balance Four (4)-Day, 38 hour workweek (Monday to Thursday) Option for hybrid remote work (max of 2-days/week) after completion of Initial Probationary or Qualifying Period and subject to business needs Paid Leave and Holidays Leave and Holidays Policy Family and Medical Leave and Extended Leave Policy Comprehensive benefits package*** for all full-time, regular non-represented employees including: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Long Term Disability (LTD) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy Retirement Benefits Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System) Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, SSgA Upromise 529 College Savings Plan Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program, and much more! *** New to Nevada or Henderson? Minimum Qualifications Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field Three (3) years of full-time professional experience in human resources or benefits administration Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered Desirable: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a closely related field Required Documents/Assessment Information Required Documents/Assessment Information REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application ASSESSMENT DATES: Oral Board Interview with Written Component (Weighted 100%) - Thursday, February 1, 2024 (Best-Qualified Candidates) Selection Interview - Wednesday, February 7, 2024 (Top-Scoring Candidates) All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report. The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada and/or available via Microsoft Teams to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above. Selection Process The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application. Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a medical/physical examination including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.
