Benefits Analyst

Benefits Analyst - Salem, Virginia, United States

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Benefits Analyst

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Benefits Analyst

• 5106436
• Salem, Virginia, United States, 24153
• Department of State Police
• Human resources
• Full-Time (Salaried)
• Closing at: Jun 30 2026 - 23:55 EDT
• Department of State Police

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Title: Benefits Analyst DSP00244

State Role Title: Human Resource Analyst I

Hiring Range: Negotiable and Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of State Police

Location: Salem, Virginia

Agency Website: vsp.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Position:

The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire a Benefits Analyst in our Human Resources (HR) Division in Salem, Virginia. The job duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Serving as a subject matter expert in employee benefits administration.
• Providing technical guidance, case management, and program coordination for disability programs, workers' compensation, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), health and life insurance, retirement plans, deferred compensation, and other state and Agency benefit programs for all sworn and professional staff.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance, accurate processing, and high‑quality service delivery across all assigned benefits functions.

About the Agency:

At the Virginia State Police, we are more than just a law enforcement organization - we're a united team of problem‑solvers, protectors, and public servants shaping the future of the Commonwealth. Every role here strengthens our mission to preserve life, protect the vulnerable, and enhance safety while upholding civil liberties throughout Virginia.

When you join VSP, your skills create real impact across every community we serve. Our culture is built on being selfless, engaged, and aware, and we succeed through timely, purposeful action; clear communication; personal accountability; and continuous improvement - together.

We prioritize the readiness and well‑being of all our people, entrusting decision‑making to those closest to the challenge and supporting one another with kind, direct feedback that helps us grow. At VSP, you will find meaningful work, real opportunities for advancement, and a supportive culture grounded in service, purpose, and the belief that we are One Mission. One Team. One VSP.

If you're ready to make a difference and be part of something larger than yourself, your next career starts here.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Considerable knowledge of state-level employee benefits administration including:
• Workers' Compensation;
• Short Term Disability (STD)/ Long Term Disability (LTD);
• health and life insurance;
• flexible spending accounts;
• retirement programs;
• deferred compensation; and
• FMLA

Skills:

• Strong skills in customer service;
• communication both orally and in writing in English;
• time management;
• research;
• presentation;
• problem solving; and
• Microsoft Office applications.

Abilities:

• To manage complex benefits cases;
• interpret policies;
• apply regulations consistently;
• meet tight deadlines;
• maintain confidentiality; and
• work effectively with employees at all organizational levels.
• Required experience administering employee benefits programs in a Human Resources environment, including Workers' Compensation, disability benefits, health and life insurance, FMLA, retirement programs, and deferred compensation.
• Ability to travel periodically throughout the state.
• Graduation 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 preferred.
• Professional HR certifications (PHR, SHRM-CP) strongly preferred due to the technical nature of the position.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Elements of the selection process include the screening of application(s); the interviewing of qualified candidate(s), to include pre-employment testing, a presentation and/or a work sample, if applicable; salary negotiation(s) if applicable; a background investigation; and a medical evaluation if applicable. The anticipated duration of the pre-employment process is determined by the successful completion of the above items.

Applications, cover letters and/or resumes shall only be accepted on-line through the PageUp recruitment management system at https://jobs.virginia.gov and must be received by 11:55 P. M. on June 30, 2026. Please limit resumes to four pages and cover letters to one page. Any additional attachments received in excess of this will not be considered.

PageUp provides confirmation of receipt of your application, resume and/or cover letter submitted successfully. Please refer to your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. For questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition & Employee Relations Section of the Human Resources Division at professionalemployment@vsp.virginia.gov.

It is the policy of the Department of State Police (the Department) that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

This policy shall be adhered to in all aspects of Departmental employment practices. It does not permit the lowering of bona fide job requirements, performance criteria, or qualifications to give preference to any state employee or applicant for state employment based on the above prohibitions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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