Why Team Garland?

At the City of Garland, we believe that a career in public service is not just a job; it's a calling. It's an opportunity to serve others, make a lasting impact, and be part of meaningful projects that shape every aspect of city life.

Team Garland is dedicated to building the stage where the residents of Garland can each live their best life!

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we offer professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment that helps you reach your full potential. As a member of Team Garland, your skills and ideas are valued; we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits*, wellness programs, and a healthy work-life balance.

If you are ready for a career that makes a difference, apply today!

*Benefits offered are subject to change and differ based on employment type

Summary

Schedule: After an initial training period this position will offer a hybrid work or flexible schedule.

Position Summary: Responsible for providing program support, budgetary and analytical assistance for the City's self-funded Health, Wellness, Retirement and ancillary benefits.

Salary: $58,000 - $65,000 depending on qualification

Budgetary & Audit Support

• Assist the Benefits Manager, Lead Analyst and Budget Team, serve as support analyst for budgetary expenses, trends and forecasting for employee and retiree benefits.

• Administer vendor billing and participant reconciliations.

• Conduct cyclical audits and report missed opportunities for recurring processes.

Health, Wellness & Retirement

• Administer Benefit function systems administration, data entry and reporting Conduct employee benefit and retirement sessions and related follow-up to Plan participants.

• Assist with annual benefits open enrollment, new hire and life event administration.

• Administer other Post-Employment Benefits Partner with external vendors via phone, e-mail and service portals.

• Provide systems administration, data entry and reporting in support of Benefit functions.

• Assist with strategic initiatives, reporting, metrics and other analysis as directed.

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).

• 1-3+ years of direct experience in benefit administration and/or budget analysis.

• Experience in a self-funded benefits environment.

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Education/ Experience:

• Associates Degree or equivalent college coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field.

• 1-3 years of demonstrated experience in employee and/or retirement benefits.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Intermediate knowledge of business analytics tools, specifically MS Excel or related databases.

• Consistent attention to detail and ability to proactively seek opportunities for process improvements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make organizational recommendations and guide actionable outcomes tied to metrics, trends and problem identification

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy

• Strong project management and organizational skills, effectively managing multiple projects on target and as directed Intermediate to Advanced-level skill with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Ability to present information in an organized, logical manner and ensure execution as expected for all core functions

• Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette skills

• Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent works in a typical office environment; relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

About Us

Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all. We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers. We are guided by the City's Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day.

Garland's vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community.

We are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future.