Benefits Programs Analyst — Remote-Friendly

Association of Washington Cities; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employer-paid premiums

Remote work days

Job summary

Association of Washington Cities (AWC) is seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused Employee Benefits Analyst to administer the contracted Employee Benefit Trust. You’ll coordinate benefit administration, develop, promote, implement, and evaluate all benefit programs, and provide on-site member assistance while working with vendors and consultants.

Reporting to the Deputy Director, you’ll help manage vendor contracts and RFPs, support annual renewals, analyze data for decision-making, and

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in benefits administration and preferred work with a multi-employer association, local government or nonprofit organization.
• 3 years’ experience in contract management and request for proposals development and coordination.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field; experience may be substituted year-for-year for academic achievement
• Must maintain a valid Washington state driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration of all benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, employee assistance program, tax-favored accounts, and long-term care.
• Collaborate with program leadership and staff to develop, customize, and deliver benefit presentations at member sites, including labor-management committees, executive teams, elected officials, and specific work units.
• Develop and deliver virtual trainings and recorded educational materials on benefit programs, enrollment, and related topics.
• Coordinate the development and issuance of Requests for Proposals for Health Care Program vendor services in accordance with established timelines; assist with vendor interviews and selection; and maintain documentation for audit purposes.
• Assist in the development of the annual operating budget including processing invoices, tracking expenditures, and reviewing monthly financial reports.
• Coordinate and staff benefit and wellness fairs, including event preparation, onsite support, and follow-up activities.

Skills

Detail oriented

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Association of Washington Cities (AWC) is seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused Employee Benefits Analyst to administer the contracted Employee Benefit Trust. You’ll coordinate benefit administration, develop, promote, implement, and evaluate all benefit programs, and provide on-site member assistance while working with vendors and consultants.

Reporting to the Deputy Director, you’ll help manage vendor contracts and RFPs, support annual renewals, analyze data for decision-making, and