Job Description
AT A GLANCE
The Senior Associate, Workforce Planning Analyst plays a critical role in shaping how we understand, plan for, and optimize our workforce. This individual will serve as an analytical engine for the team, translating complex HR and business data into clear insights, actionable recommendations, and scalable tools that drive smarter workforce decisions. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, analytically rigorous, and able to communicate findings in ways that resonate with both operational and executive audiences.
Where You’ll Be
To prioritize togetherness, culture, and accountability, RVO Health operates on a hybrid in-office work schedule. We expect employees to work from our Minneapolis office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week. You are welcome to work remotely Mondays and Fridays if you wish.
Address: 11000 Optum Cir Eden Prairie, MN 55344
What You’ll Do
- Design and build staffing models from scratch to support decision making, efficiency gains, and scenario planning across the organization.
- Perform advanced workforce analytics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities related to turnover, hiring, mobility, engagement, performance, and workforce demographics.
- Independently conduct exploratory, diagnostic, and trend analysis using HR and business data to answer complex workforce questions.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using Workday Discovery Boards/Dashboards and Power BI to clearly communicate workforce insights to HR and business stakeholders.
- Translate analytical findings into concise narratives and recommendations tailored to both executive and operational audiences.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) on workforce challenges and deliver actionable insights to leadership.
- Perform recurring and ad hoc workforce analysis to support workforce planning and strategic initiatives.
- Apply statistical reasoning and analytical techniques to interpret workforce data and assess the impact of HR programs and initiatives.
- Support benchmarking, forecasting, and ROI analysis for workforce-related programs.
- Partner with Ops Partners to define meaningful workforce metrics and ensure analytics align with business priorities.
What We’re Looking For
- 3–5+ years of experience in Workforce Management, People Analytics, or a closely related field.
- Proven ability to build staffing models and analytical frameworks that support business decision making.
- Strong proficiency in SQL, dashboard & report creation; experience with Looker a plus.
- Demonstrated experience conducting root cause analysis and presenting findings to leadership.
- Solid understanding of statistical reasoning and analytical techniques as applied to HR and workforce data.
- Experience with benchmarking, forecasting, and program ROI analysis.
- Ability to work independently on complex, ambiguous problems and deliver structured, well-reasoned outputs.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to distill complex analyses into clear narratives for diverse audiences.
- Strong collaboration skills and experience working cross-functionally with HR Business Partners and Talent teams
Pursuant to various state Fair Pay Acts, below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company. The following benefits are provided by RVO Health, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Starting Salary: $74,700 - $82,000
*Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications and experience
- Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- 401(k) with match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
- Pharmacy Benefits
- Income Protection Plans
- Pet Services Plans
- Mental Health Support
- Wellness Coaching
- HSA- Health Savings Account
- Commuter Benefits
- Gym & Fitness Center Discount Program
Who We Are:
Founded in 2022, RVO Health is a new healthcare platform of digital media brands, services and technologies focused on building relationships with people throughout their health & wellness journey. We meet people where they are in their personal health journeys and connect them with both the information and the care they need. RVO Health was created by joining teams from both Red Ventures and UnitedHealth Group’s Optum Health. Together we’re focused on delivering on our vision of a stronger and healthier world.
RVO Health is comprised of Healthline Media (Healthline, Medical News Today, Psych Central, Greatist and Bezzy), Healthgrades, FindCare and PlateJoy; Optum Perks, and the virtual coaching platforms Real Appeal, Wellness Coaching, and QuitForLife.
We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program.
RVO Health is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at RVO Health is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].
We do not provide visa sponsorship for this role at this time.
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