Compensation and Benefits Analyst

$51,841 - $58,000/Yr

City Of Syracuse - Syracuse, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Syracuse, NY

Utilities

About the position

The Compensation and Benefits Analyst position at the City of Syracuse involves assisting in the administration of personnel operations within a municipal department. The role requires acting as a liaison between management and employees, interpreting labor agreements, and ensuring compliance with personnel policies. The analyst will also be involved in human resource planning, employee relations, and supervising clerical staff involved in payroll functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration of a comprehensive personnel operation in accordance with local policies and regulations.
• Act as a liaison to management and employees regarding personnel policies and regulations.
• Interpret terms of negotiated contracts to ensure uniform understanding among employees.
• Conduct background and data gathering on employee grievances and disciplinary matters.
• Maintain liaison with the local Civil Service Personnel office for effective merit system administration.
• Assist in human resource planning based on staffing needs and budget forecasts.
• Represent the personnel operation administrator at meetings and act on their behalf as necessary.
• Prepare and compose written reports, including elementary statistics or numerical data.
• Assist in the administration of training, employee benefits, and affirmative action programs.
• Supervise clerical employees involved in personnel and payroll functions.
• Prepare and maintain personnel files and payroll records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university.
• Four years of paraprofessional or professional level work experience, with two years in personnel or human resources management.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in benefits administration
• Strong writing skills
• Employee relations experience
• Supervising experience

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan