Document Processing Specialist, LACERA

Document Processing Specialist

This examination will remain open until the needs of LACERA are met and may close without prior notice. Type of recruitment : Open Competitive Opportunity. Examination Information : Examination Number : 9-0471-K, Job Bulletin Number : 26-03. Compensation : $4,334.64 - $5,842.10 Monthly. Benefits include a cafeteria benefit plan, annual leave, defined benefit retirement plan, Deferred Compensation Plan (457), Savings Plan (401k), 13 paid holidays per year, a hybrid work schedule, and a ride share program.

About LACERA : The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) administers and manages the $87+ billion retirement fund for the County of Los Angeles. We provide retirement, disability, and death benefits to eligible County Employees and their Beneficiaries, and collect, deposit, invest, and manage retirement funds collected from the County, Outside Districts, and County Employees. LACERA is one of the largest county retirement associations in the United States with over 194,000 members. Our Membership is comprised of individuals from a diverse range of careers, age groups, and ethnicity - all contributing to the greater welfare of Los Angeles County. LACERA also manages the $4.5 billion OPEB Master Trust whose purpose is to pre-fund OPEB Program medical, dental, and vision benefits for participating employers.

About the Position : Positions allocable to this class, under the general supervision of a Document Processing Supervisor, are assigned to LACERA's Document Processing Center. This is a fully qualified journey-level classification in the Document Processing series which is responsible for independently performing specialized duties in support of division operations. Document Processing Specialists prepare, analyze, scan, and index all incoming documents from members, survivors, dependents, beneficiaries, legal counsel, third parties, and other LACERA divisions. This includes assigning relevant document coding and analyzing documents to ensure type, accuracy, and authenticity. Incumbents may assist in providing on the job training to less experienced staff. Work requires a thorough knowledge of document management systems, document entry processes, document codes, related equipment, standards, procedures, and quality control. Incumbents rely on experience and judgement to accurately identify documents, assign appropriate coding, and scan and index records and must be proficient in prioritizing a high volume of requests to complete work within time standards.

Vacancy Information : There is currently seven (7) vacancies in the Document Processing Center, however, the resulting eligible register for this examination can be used to fill both current and future vacancies throughout the Human Resources Division. This full-time position is required to work a 5 / 40 schedule (e.g. an eight (8) hour day, Monday through Friday). LACERA offers a hybrid work environment, and this position may be eligible to telework up to three (3) days per week depending on the needs of the Human Resources Division and LACERA. This position may require working evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Minimum Requirements : Option 1 : One (1) year of experience as an Intermediate Clerk, LACERA or higher operating scanning / imaging equipment. Option 2 : Eighteen (18) months clerical experience, with at least twelve (12) months of responsible experience operating scanning / imaging equipment. Other Requirements : Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Physical Class III Moderate : Standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.