Benefits Programs Analyst - Data-Driven Impact

San José State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University seeks a Benefits Services Analyst to deliver high-quality benefits support and services to university employees. You will administer benefits, support enrollment, maintain data, and collaborate with Payroll and People & Culture to ensure accurate processing.

The role involves data analysis, system updates (PeopleSoft, PIMS, MyCalPERS), audits, and participation in orientation activities, with a focus on employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience with benefits administration preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Knowledge of HR and payroll processes.
• Strong data accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits and retirement programs for university staff.
• Coordinate benefit-related matters for employees on leave.
• Maintain benefit data in HR systems and generate reports.
• Prepare enrollment changes and retirement transactions.
• Collaborate with Payroll and other staff to resolve discrepancies.
• Support new employee benefits orientations and training.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

Confidentiality

Payroll knowledge

Customer service

Multi-tasking

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

PIMS

MyCalPERS

CHRS

Job description

San José State University seeks a Benefits Services Analyst to deliver high-quality benefits support and services to university employees. You will administer benefits, support enrollment, maintain data, and collaborate with Payroll and People & Culture to ensure accurate processing.

The role involves data analysis, system updates (PeopleSoft, PIMS, MyCalPERS), audits, and participation in orientation activities, with a focus on employee experience.