PENSION CALCULATIONS SPECIALIST – TIER 1

For more than a half-century, the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) has provided retirement, health insurance and long term disability benefits to employees of the state, counties, municipalities, universities, community colleges, school districts and other political entities. We are a top performing benefit plan administrator with a solid reputation and sustainable plan design. Our organizational culture is based on the following principles; Professionalism, Results, Improvement, Diversity and Excellence. We believe in delivering service with PRIDE. Check out our webpage, Azasrs.gov, to learn more about the ASRS.

PENSION CALCULATIONS SPECIALIST – TIER 1

Job Location:

Address:  3300 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85012

Posting Details:

Compensation:  $17.98/hr. + Excellent Benefits and work/life balance (no nights, no weekends, teleworking available)

Grade: 17

Closing Date: March 18, 2025

Job Summary:

We are looking for an organized and reliable person who has great attention to detail to support the Member Benefits team by processing disbursement applications and completing data entry in an automated work-flow system. This is a back office role and does not have face to face interactions with members.

Job Duties:

• Review documents for authenticity and completeness
• Ensure the accuracy of data in the disbursement system
• Provide information to members, beneficiaries, and related parties via written correspondence
• Utilize various computer programs and databases to retrieve and evaluate financial transactions
• Research, analyze and verify information relating to benefit payments and member accounts
• Maintain data integrity within ASRS databases
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to learn and proficiently use automated financial/disbursement systems and databases
• Ability to analyze information and take appropriate actions
• Ability to learn and follow statutes, policies and procedures, and information systems pertaining to ASRS
• Professional communication skills
• Ability to accurately process a high volume of work and meet multiple deadlines with accuracy
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new technology platforms
• Ability to recognize inefficiencies and contribute towards improving processes

Ideal:

• 2+ years of experience with data entry and navigating database user interfaces

Benefits:

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Robust and affordable insurance plans (medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options)
• A top-ranked retirement program
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Accrued vacation and sick days
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
• The opportunity to participate in deferred compensation, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• Rewarding work that benefits the people of Arizona
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Opportunity for goal-based and spot incentives
• Free Covered Parking

Please visit benefitoptions.az.gov to learn more about benefits offered to our employees. The Arizona State Retirement System is located in midtown Phoenix, within walking distance of the Light Rail. We offer a stable work environment and an atmosphere that fosters a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

Pre-employment Requirements:

• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
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