Employees Retirement System Examiner 4, SG-18 Item# 07435

Retirement Benefits Specialist

Perform and supervise the performance of the full range of retirement related benefits for members, employers and pensioners of the New York State and Local Retirement System. Function as a section supervisor over multiple specialized retirement processing units that process benefit determinations, customer inquiries, service credit modifications or benefit payments. Review and approve calculations and determinations by staff; assign work and set priorities to meet workload demands; independently handle difficult transactions; and correspond with various internal and external officials to resolve issues that may arise with benefit determinations.

Minimum Qualifications

You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. To be eligible for a 70.1 transfer, an individual must have one year of permanent competitive service in a qualifying title. To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website : Career Mobility Office GOT-IT (ny.gov). Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade. Provisional and / or Non-Competitive promotion (NCP) qualifications : You must be a qualified employee of the Office of the New York State Comptroller; AND have had one year of permanent competitive or 55-b / 55-c service as an Employees Retirement System Examiner 3, SG-15 (formerly Employees Retirement System Examiner 4, SG-15). If the number of interested candidates who meet the promotional qualifications is three or less, the agency; at its discretion, may nominate one or more of the candidates for a noncompetitive promotion without further examination under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law. If the number of interested candidates who meet the promotional qualifications is more than three, the agency; at its discretion, may nominate one or more of the candidates for a provisional promotion under the provisions of Section 65 of the Civil Service Law.

Additional Comments

Preferred Qualifications / Knowledge, skills, and abilities : Must possess an in-depth understanding of the laws, rules, regulations, legal opinions, and established written procedures of the New York State and Local Retirement System. Must demonstrate a high level of proficiency in the ability to prepare, understand, and interpret written materials, including law, policies, procedures, reports, correspondence, and various forms of performance statistics and metrics. Must demonstrate strong technical expertise, understand technical specifications and write technical information in understandable terms. Must have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively to all levels of staff, as well as internal and external customers. Must have the ability to design and present retirement curriculum to internal and external customers (e.g., employers, members). Must demonstrate a high level of competence regarding the principles and practices of administrative and technical supervision.

Telecommuting : The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency's mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee's primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.

Reasonable Accommodation : The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.

Equal Opportunity Employment : The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers. The Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications. OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes : A state pension with vesting after five years' service, comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents, flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care, Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), NYS Deferred Compensation plan, access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds, holiday and paid time off, shift and geographic pay differentials, a committed continuous learning environment, informational Brown Bag sessions, wellness at work programs to promote employee health and wellness, OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas, and much more.