The Retirement Benefits Manager serves as an assistant to the Administrative Program Director 4. They oversee operational aspects of the Defined Benefits (DB) Plan requirements for the Employer Services Department and acts as the lead program manager for the Membership Eligibility/Salary Reporting & Employer Audit, Employer Training, and Special Projects operational areas by serving over 200 TRSL reporting agencies.
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, etc.
Eight years of experience in employee benefits; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus five years of experience in employee benefits; OR
A bachelor's degree plus five years of experience in employee benefits; OR
A Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) or Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation plus four years of experience in employee benefits.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTIONS:
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.
-Responsible for direct supervision and workflow coordination in implementing procedures efficiently.
-Consults with system administrators, staff attorneys, actuary, internal and professional auditors.
-Reviews legislation, Board resolutions, court judgements, attorney general opinions and administrative decisions for interpretations and compliance.
-Review correspondence and computations for accuracy and compliance with the provisions of the system.
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.
Location– TRSL is conveniently located near the I-10 / I-12 split on Essen Lane, away from the congestion of downtown Baton Rouge.
TRSL is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Applicants with international degrees must provide an equivalency evaluation and a copy of their transcripts at the time of application.
Additional TRSL Job Postings can be found HERE.
All prospective new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government’s E-Verify system.
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.
Contact Information:
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
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