Benefits Consultant- Wellness (Austin Human Resources)

City of Austin • Austin, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits. Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System. Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure. Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support. Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities. Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration. By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country. Austin Human Resources is dedicated to building a high-performing, diverse workforce that fosters a safe, respectful, and productive environment for all employees. Our department provides strategic HR services across the organization, including talent acquisition, employee relations, benefits, compensation, learning and development, and risk management. We strive to create programs and policies that support employee engagement, professional growth, and organizational excellence. As one of the fastest growing and most innovative cities in the nation, Austin is recognized for its vibrant culture, commitment to sustainability, and focus on delivering exceptional public service. We aim to reflect the inclusive and dynamic community we serve by promoting equity, collaboration, and continuous improvement in all aspects of our work. We are seeking a Benefits Consultant (Wellness) to support the health and wellbeing of more than 35,000 employees, retirees, and dependents. This role helps deliver the City’s Wellness Programs, which focus on physical activity, mental wellness, nutrition education, and chronic disease prevention. The Benefits Consultant designs and implements wellness initiatives, tracks program engagement, partners with internal and external experts to deliver educational webinars, and coordinates events such as biometric screenings and health expos across City worksites. The role also uses health care data to identify trends and recommend program enhancements that strengthen overall wellbeing. If you are passionate about public service and committed to improving community health, we encourage you to apply and help support the City of Austin’s workforce.

Requirements

• Knowledge of business strategies, objectives, planning, development and management processes and process improvement
• Knowledge of performance measures
• Knowledge of applicable City of Austin, state and federal statutes, ordinances and codes
• Knowledge of research methodologies, cost/benefit, analysis, statistics and financial models
• Skill in communication in a variety of formats including: print communication, electronic format, presentations and telephonic
• Skill in providing internal consulting services
• Skill in project management methods
• Skill in negotiation of projects and program initiatives
• Interpersonal skills to engage all stakeholders and facilitate accurate requirements to capture and manage stakeholders' expectations
• Ability to look at situations systematically
• Ability to work independently and with teams
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply detailed and complex information
• Ability to manage implementation of recommendations
• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job, plus three (3) years experience related to the job.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of four years of experience in implementing corporate wellness programs.
• Experience managing, planning, and communicating large scale wellness programs; including group fitness classes, disease management, biometric screenings, flu shot clinics, hosting webinars and coordinating special events.
• Experience working, interacting and presenting to a large or diverse employee population, including multi-site or hybrid workforces.
• Experience analyzing claims data, preparing reports on wellness program deliverables including participation, completion, and outcome measures.
• Strong communication skills and experience interacting and presenting to large diverse groups of people and to leadership.
• Experience with collaborating with vendors and cross-functional partners, including managing vendor contracts, recruiting event volunteers, and the competitive solicitation process.

Responsibilities

• Leads multiple process improvement teams
• Develops project work plans, project management and periodic assessment
• Facilitates the development of stakeholder analysis and communication plans for process improvement teams
• Identifies, collects, and researches to complete data analysis
• Makes recommendations to project teams and recommends organizational change utilizing appropriate talent
• Advises process leaders and team leaders in defining/identifying key measurers and setting performance targets
• Develops and improves models and methodologies for the department
• Reviews and critiques the work of functional team staff
• Communicates project and program information to all levels of the organization

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
• Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
• Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
• Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
• Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level