Salary: $90,937.60 - $128,148.80 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Temporary - Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Human Resources, Dept of
Opening Date: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 8/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Summary
The County of San Diego's Department of Human Resources is seeking a skilled and compassionate Human Resources Analyst to fill a temporary position in our Employee Benefits Division. Temporary positions can last between 6 months and up to 12 months. We're a dynamic team committed to providing a comprehensive and valuable range of benefits to support the well-being of our dedicated County employees.

Future Salary Increases
June 2027 - 4.49% increase to base pay (3.0% Across-the- Board + 1.49% Market Adjustment)

In this position you will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs to ensure the smooth operation of our benefits offerings for our employees. This includes coordinating, reconciling, and administering a variety of insurance benefit plans for County employees and their dependents; providing information to employees about their coverage; serving as a liaison between employees and insurance vendors; administering premium payments and reconciliations; ensuring payroll corrections are prepared prior to payroll close; running queries to ensure accuracy of payroll deductions; assisting in the development of employee communications and information regarding all group benefits; and administering various leave programs including the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL) and Military Leave. Additionally, you will participate in annual open enrollment activities and benefit plan changes.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience in the areas described above, be detail oriented, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, have a high level of computer proficiency in various software programs including Excel, be able to maintain strict confidentiality, and have excellent follow through.
Hiring Process and Timeline:
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.

1. Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews.
   Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
2. Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
3. Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.

If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications:
1) Seven (7) years of professional human resources experience; OR,

2) Three (3) years of professional human resources experience, AND, a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or a certified foreign studies equivalency
Notes:A master's or doctoral degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience; OR, additional years of experience as described above may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Attachments:For your education and/or certifications to be considered, you must attach a copy of your degree, transcripts, diploma, foreign equivalency report and/or certifications to your application. Required attachments submitted on or after February 29, 2008 do not need to be resubmitted. Please submit only the documents required. Additional documentation, such as awards, letters of recommendation, unsolicited certifications, etc. will not be added to your application file.

Required Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:
Positions may involve necessary and timely transportation for field travel, requiring the ability to arrange transportation to different worksites, meetings, or field work.

Blind Applicant Screening:
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Conditions of Employment:
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation:
Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental applications.
Accommodation:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job, on a case-by-case basis.

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference Policy:
The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the for additional information.

Military Skills Translator:
Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! Please read theto access the tool.

Strategic Plan:
The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our

Disaster Service Worker:
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
Diversity & Inclusion:
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
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This recruitment is to fill temporary positions. If you wish to be considered for a temporary position, you must check "Temporary" when asked about "Which type of position will you accept" in the Agency-wide questionnaire, on question #12.Do you understand this information?

• Yes
• No

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*PLEASE BE SURE TO ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN A THOROUGH AND COMPLETE MANNER, AS YOUR RESPONSES MAY BE USED TO DETERMINE YOUR OVERALL SCORE.*PLEASE NOTE THAT, IF YOU ARE INVITED TO A SELECTION INTERVIEW(S), YOUR RESPONSES TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS MAY BE SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION.*DO YOU UNDERSTAND THIS INFORMATION?

• Yes
• No

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Please review the minimum qualifications for this position which are:1) Seven (7) years of professional human resources experience; OR,2) Three (3) years of professional human resources experience, AND, a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or a certified foreign studies equivalencyNotes: A master's or doctoral degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience; OR, additional years of experience as described above may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.If you are qualifying with education, you must attach a copy of your diploma, school transcripts, or certificate of foreign equivalency at the "Attachments" section of the application process.Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

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Please identify which experience in your work history you are using to qualify as professional human resources experience.The experience you indicate must be included as part of the employment history of your application.Experience supervising employees is not considered qualifying human resources experience.If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
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Do you have direct experience working with any of the following? Please check all that apply.

• Healthcare Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Welfare Plans (Life, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program)
• Leaves of Absence (FMLA, CFRA, PDL, and Military)
• Reimbursement Accounts (Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Reimbursement Account, and Health Savings Account)
• Premium Reconciliation (Monthly Billing Payments, Year-End Reconciliation)
• Payroll Queries
• Payroll Adjustments
• Analyzing Employee Paychecks
• Affordable Care Act (ACA) Eligibility Tracking
• None of the above

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Please describe your experience assisting customers with questions regarding employee benefits.Please indicate "N/A" if you do not have experience in this area.
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Please describe your experience delivering presentations and/or events that provide education on employee benefits.Please indicate "N/A" if you do not have experience in this area.
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Please describe any experience you have in administering federal, state, and local regulations that affect employee benefit programs. This may include, but are not limited to: COBRA, FMLA, ACA, and Section 125 requirements.Please indicate "N/A" if you do not have experience in this area.
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How did you hear about this job?

• County of San Diego website
• County of San Diego social media
• Governmentjobs.com
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Voice and Viewpoint
• Family, friends, neighbor
• Other

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