Solano County is the ideal place to
live, learn, work and play. The County of Solano recognizes that our employees are our biggest asset. We work collaboratively to solve problems and introduce creative solutions.
The mission of the Department of Human Resources is to be a strategic partner who provides our customers with high quality services and fosters an environment where a well-qualified and trained workforce succeeds.
THE POSITION Under general direction, the Benefits Manager plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the operations of the benefits unit within the Department of Human Resources; acting as a working supervisor by performing the most complex, technical, and sensitive assignments. This position is responsible for the oversight and communication of the County's benefits programs for over 3,000 employees and manages the Countywide database that supports human resources activities including the accurate payment of salaries and benefits.
To learn more about this position please take a look at the brochure THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will provide outstanding customer service, be empathetic to employees’ needs, and work collaboratively as a team player with others to meet shared objectives that benefit Solano County and its employees. A sound understanding and knowledge of health and retirement benefits, as well as the laws and regulations that govern them, is required. The successful candidate will have experience using PeopleSoft or other automated payroll or benefits delivery systems, experience in administering employee benefit plans and managing contracts, will be politically savvy and have experience building consensus and trust with elected and non-elected officials.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Either: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance or closely related field from an accredited college or university;
and three (3) years of benefits administration experience in a public or private agency which included one (1) year as a lead or supervisor, and one (1) year of Human Resources Management System and/or human resources administration experience.
OR Seven (7) years of progressively responsible benefits administration experience in a public or private agency which included one (1) year as a lead or supervisor, and one (1) year of Human Resources Management System, and/or human resources administration experience.
LICENSING, CERTIFICATION AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS: Driver’s License Class C
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SELECTION PROCESS 09/08/2024 - Final Filing Deadline 09/25/2024 - Tentative Oral Board Interviews Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule.
All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted
by the application final filing deadline. Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment .
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA
Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS All candidates must submit a copy of their official/unofficial transcripts (verifying the courses and units completed) or degree (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final filing date of the recruitment. Candidates who fail to submit their degree/transcripts by the deadline will be disqualified from the recruitment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
How to Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Benefits Manager) and the recruitment number (24-197060-01) in your email or fax. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form:
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This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To learn more, view our benefits summary .
Closing Date/Time: 9/8/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
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