Benefits Specialist, Senior at DeKalb County in Decatur, Georgia

Job Description:

Salary Range: $48,381-$77,894  FLSA Status- Non-Exempt

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers, volunteers, and interns; confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; and assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.

Prepares retiree payments; creates retirement records; enters data into department database; verifies accuracy and completeness of entries; maintains personnel records and files pertaining to employee participation in benefit programs; and terminates benefits for retirees who are deceased or for whom payments have ended.

Prepares pension refunds and estimates; calculates pension account balances and estimates; runs payment program; distributes checks ; and provides information and answers questions regarding calculations, plan details, annuities, employee options and other issues.

Coordinates disability pension application process; receives and reviews disability pension applications; communicates with physicians, medical staff and others outside the County; and obtains and verifies benefits information.

Enters data for employees no longer engaged by the County who are eligible for a pension benefit at a future date; verifies accuracy and completeness of data entered; and verifies and reports individual pension status.

Performs related administrative duties; receives and responds to questions regarding payments, direct deposit accounts, taxes, plan administration, plan rules and regulations, buybacks and related issues; changes direct deposit and taxes; picks up and distributes office mail; and prepares and sends correspondence.

Provides administrative support to Pension Board; attends board meetings; prepares meeting materials; compiles, organizes, and distributes agendas, minutes or other items; takes meeting minutes; processes invoices for legal services, actuarial consulting and investment consulting; and maintains all related documentation.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate Degree in Business Administration or a related field required; two years of experience in processing employee benefits and pension issues; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License Certifications: