Salary: $38,985.00 – $72,134.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC…
Job Type: FTE – Full-Time
Job Number: 167567
Agency: Public Employee Benefit Authority
Opening Date: 08/01/2024
Closing Date: 8/18/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AG54
Position Number::
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Work Schedule:
: Monday – Friday (8:30 – 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 5
Opening Date: 08/01/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Interested persons meeting the required qualifications should submit an online application eers.sc.gov to include all work history and education. A resume may be included but will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of an incomplete application. Supplemental questions are considered a part of your application and must be completed. Responses to supplemental questions should be representative of actual education and experience at the time of application.
Only those applicants that are selected for an interview will be notified regarding the final hiring decision via electronic mail.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The SC Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA) is the administrator and co-trustee of retirement and insurance programs for over half a million active and retired public employees of the State of South Carolina and their dependents.
Under general supervision, this position processes retirement annuities, refunds, and death claims for members and beneficiaries of the SC Retirement System, the Police Officers Retirement System, the General Assembly Retirement System, the Judges and Solicitors Retirement System, the State Optional Retirement Program and the National Guard Retirement System.
Job duties include:
• Processing claims for benefits upon the death of members (retired, active, and inactive) and beneficiaries.
• Finalizing benefit payments for service and disability retirees who are on payroll in estimated status.
• Processing claims for service and disability retirement benefits.
• Processing refund claims for members.
• Performing other related duties on an as needed basis.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor’s degree and at least one year of professional experience in retirement programs or a closely related area.
Knowledge of retirement claims processing standards.
Ability to read and comprehend retirement statutes and applicable written materials.
Ability to explain retirement matters to members, employers and beneficiaries.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to prioritize and complete a large volume of work with close attention to detail.
Additional Comments
In addition to 13 paid holidays, this position is eligible for comprehensive insurance programs, retirement plans, and a generous paid leave program. Upon successful completion of one-year of service with the agency, employees may be eligible to be considered for a hybrid work schedule with up to 50% remote work.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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