Data Analyst - Entry Level (Remote)

About the Company
Optimere is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce and maintaining fair hiring and employment practices in accordance with applicable laws.
About the Role
Optimere is seeking a Remote Data Analyst – Entry Level to support its Human Resources Division across HR administration, recruitment and selection, and employee benefits. Reporting to the Human Resources and Risk Manager, the position operates under general supervision and may receive additional technical or functional guidance from management and other professional staff.
The role involves maintaining confidential employee and applicant records, preparing statistical analyses and reports, coordinating recruitment activities, administering employee benefits, and supporting compliance with employment laws and District policies. The successful candidate will also communicate with employees, retirees, job applicants, insurance providers, external agencies, and other stakeholders on a range of HR-related matters.
Key Responsibilities
Human Resources Administration
Assist with the daily operations of the Human Resources Division.
Interpret and apply local, state, and federal regulations, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), District policies and procedures, and benefit regulations when addressing HR matters.
Support labor relations activities and assist with developing, updating, and implementing District policies, procedures, MOU provisions, benefit modifications, and salary schedule revisions.
Monitor developments in employment law and HR practices, evaluate their impact on the District, and recommend appropriate actions to maintain compliance.
Maintain confidential personnel files, employee records, benefit enrollments, workers’ compensation claims, grievance records, investigation documentation, and related HR files.
Conduct HR studies and projects, prepare statistical analyses, and develop written reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
Prepare memorandums, letters, reports, and other communications.
Provide information and guidance to employees and members of the public regarding employment matters, District policies, procedures, and related issues.
Respond to inquiries from District employees, external agencies, and other stakeholders, and represent the District in communications with public and private groups.
Act on behalf of the Human Resources and Risk Manager when required.
Recruitment and Selection
Work with hiring managers to develop recruitment and selection plans to attract qualified candidates.
Prepare and distribute job announcements, recruitment materials, and application packets.
Develop, prepare, and administer oral, written, performance-based, and other employment assessments.
Review, screen, and track applications and related documents; maintain applicant databases; schedule interviews and performance examinations; and administer written examinations.
Develop interview questions and oral board rating criteria, chair interview panels, and establish employment eligibility lists.
Conduct new-hire orientations and coordinate safety and divisional orientations with the Safety Officer and appropriate supervisory personnel.
Review selection procedures and support improvements to employment practices related to equal employment opportunity and job relevance.
Benefits Administration
Coordinate employee benefits programs covering health, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability, deferred compensation, retirement plans, and COBRA administration, including tracking and processing payments.
Work with employees, retirees, insurance carriers, benefit providers, and third-party administrators to resolve coverage and claims issues.
Respond to employee and retiree inquiries about health and retirement benefits and provide guidance on plan documents and policy interpretation.
Plan and coordinate open enrollment activities, prepare and distribute benefit communications, schedule carrier meetings as needed, and process enrollment transactions.
Research and analyze benefit plan design changes, contract provisions, and premium rate negotiations.
Conduct benefit surveys, prepare analytical reports, and recommend measures to help contain healthcare costs.
Review and approve safety shoe and safety glasses purchase requests, maintain annual purchase records, and coordinate the on-site safety shoe program.
Assist the District Wellness Committee with planning and coordinating annual health and wellness fairs, working with benefits brokers, insurance carriers, vendors, and other external parties.
Required Qualifications
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident authorized to work in the United States.
Ability to perform the responsibilities associated with human resources administration, recruitment and selection, and benefits administration.
Additional Requirements
Ability to handle confidential employee and applicant information appropriately.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports and other written communications.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, retirees, applicants, management, external agencies, and benefits providers.
Compensation and Benefits
The original listing does not specify a salary range or additional employment benefits. The position's responsibilities include coordinating employee health, dental, life, disability, deferred compensation, retirement, and COBRA programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Optimere is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to a diverse workforce. The organization does not make hiring or employment decisions based on race, color, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Work Authorization
Optimere is unable to sponsor visas. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents authorized to work in the United States.

Work arrangement
Yes