Retirement Services Director - Benefit Calculations Director

Working Title : Benefit Calculations Director

Job Class : Retirement Services Director

Agency : Public Employees Retire Assoc

Job ID : 84355

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Regular / Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 02 / 28 / 2025

Closing Date : 03 / 13 / 2025

Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Public Employees Retire Assoc / Pub Employ Retire Assoc-MMA

Division / Unit : Payroll / Benefit Services

Work Shift / Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range : $37.60 - $54.16 / hourly; $78,508 - $113,086 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit / Union : 216 - Middle Management Association / MMA

FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities () : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

About the Opportunity :

About the Opportunity :

This position exists to plan, direct and supervise the business functions and the employees of the Benefit Calculations Department of the Benefit Services Center Division. This position is to ensure : that all benefit, refund and service purchases are calculated and audited in accordance with Minnesota Statutes 353 and 356; expert counseling is provided to members or benefit recipients on benefits, federal and state tax issues, and financial planning; and the department’s output accomplishes PERA’s mission, vision, and objectives within established laws, policies, rules, budget, time schedules, and standards. This is achieved through :

Direction-train,coach,andcounselemployeesonthebestwaystoaccomplishgoals,developproductiveworkrelationships, and facilitatethecontinuousimprovementofworkprocessesandindividualemployeeperformance

Oversight-observationofemployeesasthey workandknowingworkoutcomes

Liaison-betweenemployeesandmanagersas wellasbetweenthegoalsandobjectivesoftheorganizationandtheday-to-day operationsofthedepartment

Coordinator-withdivisionsupervisorsandmanagerstoensureadequateresourcesareavailabletobestaccommodate customerneeds

This position will primarily telework () ; however, this position is required to be in-person once each week and as needed. PERA’s office is located in St. Paul, MN.

Only candidates located in Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are telework eligible.

Minimum Qualifications

• Only applicants whose application and resume clearly demonstrates fulfillment of each minimum qualification listed below will be considered for this position. Ensure your resume contains descriptions of your work experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below. Also indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held .

Four (4) years of retirement benefits program or financial planning services experience AND at least two (2) years of demonstrated leadership experience acquired through managerial, supervisory, project management, or lead work positions

A Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business, or Finance may substitute for 1.5 years’ of retirement benefits program or financial planning services experience

A Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, or Finance may substitute for one (1) year of retirement benefits program or financial planning services experience

Professional level experience and education must clearly demonstrate the following :

Supervisory skills in planning, developing, and organizing resources to obtain business goals and objectives, including policy, budget, and planning initiatives

Human relations, diplomacy skills, and professionalism sufficient to guide staff work in a participatory environment. This includes skills such as coaching, listening, conflict resolution, change management, problem-solving, meeting facilitation, etc.

Ability to make complex computations and determinations as they relate to retirement benefits and eligibility

Knowledge of business mathematics related to investments and annuities, including present value and simple or compound interest theory and application

Advanced oral and written communication skills sufficient to express points of view clearly, logically, and convincingly to Executive team, stakeholders, and agency staff

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Work, PowerPoint) sufficient to create reports, charts, graphs and presentations

Advanced analytical and problem solving skills, attention to detail, and advanced ability to exercise sound judgment and apply legal and regulatory requirements in making decisions

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced knowledge of PERA’s policies, procedures, and Attorney General’s opinions interpreting the statutes

Advanced knowledge of Minnesota Statutes Chapters 353 and 356, relating to benefits and membership eligibility of the Association and of the 46 Police and Fire Relief Associations administered by PERA

Experience leading a department or organization through technological modernization and system adaptation and process improvement

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional lifting and carrying of articles such as file folders, ledgers, and small office equipment. Although a sedentary job is defined as one that involves sitting, a certain amount of movement is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of the Retirement Systems of MN that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components :

SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only)

Criminal History Check

Employment Reference Check

Social Security and Address Verification

Education Verification

Driver's License Check

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer / educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

Salary : $78,508 - $113,086