Human Resources Analyst (Benefits)
Peoria, IL - USA
Job Summary
Application Deadline:
November 8 2026Salary Range:
Min $72157.95 - Mid $89475.84 - Max $106793.73To view all salary ranges for the City of Peoria pleaseclick here.
Department:
Human ResourcesMinimum Requirements:
Education:
- Equivalent to a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in human resources management personnel management public or business administration or a related degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Equivalencies accepted:
- One (1) year of relevant experience may be substituted for every one (1) year of education required.
- Professional Human Resources certifications may substitute for six months of education (example: SHRM CP or SCP HRCI aPHR PHR SPHR or IPMA-HRCP or SCP or World at Work CBP or SCBP.
- Equivalencies accepted:
Experience:
- A minimum of three (3) years progressively responsible experience in Human Resources Public Administration Business Administration or related field.
PREFERRED/DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION(s):
- Experience administering employee benefits in a municipal or other public-sector organization.
- Experience with self-funded health insurance plans and third-party administrators.
- Experience working with deferred compensation plans and post-employment health plans.
- Knowledge of Arizona public retirement systems including ASRS and PSPRS.
- Experience with Workday or a comparable enterprise human resources information system.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Professional benefits certification such as Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP).
Join Our Team! Were Hiring a Benefits Analyst!
Love helping people Enjoy solving problems helping fellow employees digging into data and finding ways to make things better We have an opportunity for you!
Tell me more.......
The City of Peoria is looking for an enthusiastic analytical and service-minded Benefits Analyst to join our Human Resources team!
Our employees are at the heart of everything we do and the benefits we provide play an important role in supporting their health well-being and financial security. Were looking for someone who is excited to help us deliver exceptional benefits programs and create a positive experience for the people who serve our community every day.
What Makes This Opportunity Exciting
This isnt just about administering benefits. Its about making a difference!
As our Benefits Analyst youll have the opportunity to combine your analytical skills creativity and passion for helping others to strengthen our employee benefits programs. Youll collaborate with a supportive team tackle meaningful challenges and help shape programs that impact employees and their families.
Heres a glimpse of what youll do:
- Make an impact! Help employees navigate their benefits and make informed decisions about their health and financial well-being.
- Turn data into insights! Analyze benefit trends costs and utilization to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Bring fresh ideas! Research innovative benefit offerings explore best practices and recommend ways to enhance our programs.
- Build great partnerships! Work with benefit providers consultants and City departments to deliver outstanding service.
- Be a problem-solver! Tackle complex benefit questions identify solutions and help make processes easier for everyone.
- Help us grow! Support exciting benefit initiatives technology improvements employee education and continuous improvement efforts.
Who Were Looking For
Were looking for someone who brings curiosity initiative and a genuine desire to help others succeed.
Youll thrive in this role if you:
- Enjoy balancing analytical work with meaningful interactions with people.
- Love figuring out how things work and finding ways to make them better.
- Have a keen eye for detail and a passion for accuracy.
- Can take complex information and make it easy for others to understand.
- Embrace teamwork collaboration and a positive attitude.
- Are comfortable learning new technology and exploring innovative solutions.
- Take pride in delivering exceptional customer service.
Experience in employee benefits human resources insurance or a related field will help you hit the ground running. Experience with self-funded health plans benefit analytics or HR technology is a plus!
To view the full job description work environment and physical demands click here.
Why Peoria
Recently voted the #1 place to live work and play Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees:Click here to view benefits offered.
About Peoria
The City of Peoria AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live Work and Play we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.
If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our communitys needs creating partnerships promoting sustainability and embracing diversity then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!
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Application Process:
Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.
During the selection process any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department ator .
An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.
Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.
Required Experience:
IC