Benefits Analyst

Benefits Analyst (Human Resource Analyst I) About the Position The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire a Benefits Analyst in our Human Resources (HR) Division at our Administrative Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The job duties include serving as a subject‑matter expert in employee benefits administration by providing technical guidance, case management, and program coordination for disability programs, Workers’ Compensation, FMLA, health and life insurance, retirement plans, deferred compensation, and other state and agency benefit programs for all sworn and professional staff. The role ensures regulatory compliance, accurate processing, and high‑quality service delivery across all assigned benefits functions. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: Employee benefits administration including workers’ compensation, STD/LTD, health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement programs, deferred compensation, and FMLA. Skill in: Customer service. Communication both orally and in writing in English. Time management. Research. Presentation. Problem solving. Microsoft Office applications. Ability to: Manage complex benefits cases. Interpret policies. Apply regulations consistently. Meet tight deadlines. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively with employees at all organizational levels. Travel periodically throughout the state. Administer employee benefits programs in a Human Resources environment, including workers’ compensation, disability benefits, health and life insurance, FMLA, retirement programs, and deferred compensation. Graduate from high school or equivalent. Additional Considerations Experience using HRIS platforms such as Cardinal HCM or Oracle PeopleSoft HCM for benefits and human resources transactions is preferred. Professional HR certifications (PHR, SHRM‑CP) are strongly preferred due to the technical nature of the position. Equal Employment Opportunity The Department of State Police (the Department) prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, and other protected classes. All aspects of human resource management are conducted without regard to these characteristics. The Department does not lower job requirements or performance criteria to give preference to any applicant based on prohibited grounds. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. The Department also encourages individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. #J-18808-Ljbffr