Retirement Benefits Analyst 1, 2, 3, 4

Posting number: TRSL_073026_AH

Department: Teachers' Retirement System of LA

Division: Employer Services

Job classification: RETIREMENT BENEFITS ANALYST 1

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Human Resources, Payroll/Benefits Administration

Summary

Why work for TRSL?

• Service– All Louisianans have benefited from teachers that inspire and encourage us. At TRSL we give back to our state’s teachers by providing retirement security and excellent service.

• Culture– We value and support employees through open communication, professional development, recognition, and by creating a sense of community.

• Growth– TRSL encourages professional growth in a number of ways including professional development plans and career progression groups through SCS. We also offer financial assistance for professional certifications and postsecondary/graduate-level courses.

• Benefits– TRSL offers a generous benefits package including: a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post-retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules, work from home, etc. Work from home may be an available benefit for certain TRSL positions upon meeting the requirements of TRSL's telework policy.

• Location– TRSL is conveniently located near the I-10 / I-12 split on Essen Lane, away from the congestion of downtown Baton Rouge.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
Learning Actively: The ability to pursue learning, seek feedback, and integrate new knowledge to improve personal and professional performance.
Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
Displaying Expertise: The ability to demonstrate specialized knowledge, skills, and experience to apply subject-matter expertise in diverse and evolving contexts.
Focusing on Customers: The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.
Solving Problems: The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.
Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies.

This position serves as a liaison and provides customer service to approximately 70 TRSL-reporting agencies and audit member records for completeness and accuracy to determine eligibility to purchase service credit, transfer or reciprocate, retire, and/or participate in the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP). Examples of dutiesThree years of experience in employee benefits; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR

A bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. QualificationsThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Supplemental informationJob Duties:

• Customer Service reporting agencies
• Processing and determining the actuarial cost of full-time corrections and prior year corrections.
• Audit members records for completeness and accuracy to determine eligibility 

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This vacancy may be filled as a Probational, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty. 
Detail to Special Duty may be required for a trial period prior to promotion consideration.  Current classified permanent status employees may be required to accept a Probational Appointment.

Career Progression:  This position may be filled as a Retirement Benefits Analyst 1, Retirement Benefits Analyst 2, Retirement Benefits Analyst 3, or Retirement Benefits Analyst 4, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.  Please click each job title to review specific information on the salary range, minimum qualifications, and job concepts. 

Compensation:
This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) as follows:
If filled as a Retirement Benefits Analyst 1 - $1,544.80 bi-weekly
If filled as a Retirement Benefits Analyst 2 - $1,663.20 bi-weekly 
If filled as a Retirement Benefits Analyst 3 - $1,892.00 bi-weekly

How To Apply:
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. 

*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *

Applicants who are qualifying for the position based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree should attach a copy of their college transcript to their online application in order to verify credentials.  Transcripts may also be faxed, mailed, or emailed to the contact information below and must be received by the closing date of this posting. An official transcript is required upon hire.

Applicants with international degrees must provide an equivalency evaluation and a copy of their transcripts at the time of application. 

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For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Aricka Hart, Human Resources 
Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana 
P.O. Box 94123 
Baton Rouge, LA 70804 
Ph: 225-925-6900
Fax: 225-922-2579 
Email: aricka.hart@trsl.org  

TRSL is a Substance Abuse and Drug-Free workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, TRSL is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace prohibiting discrimination on the basis of any non-merit factor.   

TRSL is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

  

 All prospective new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-verify system.