Retirement Benefits Counselor

North Carolina Department of State Treasurer

Unknown, North Carolina, US
Base: $47,703 - $55,209; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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Explain and apply interpretations of laws
Assess individual member situations
Counsel and educate members on benefits
** The North Carolina Department of State Treasurer is seeking a Retirement Benefits Counselor to assist active and retired state employees with their retirement and benefit inquiries. The position requires strong customer service skills and knowledge of various retirement systems, offering a hybrid work model after training completion. **

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to assist active & retired state and local government employees, beneficiaries, employers and agencies with retirement and benefit inquiries by counseling and educating them on benefit programs.
  • This role requires 50% Public Contact/Retirement Counseling, 20% Research, and 20% Training.
  • This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays, and the State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The North Carolina Department of State Treasurer is seeking a Retirement Benefits Counselor to assist active and retired state employees with their retirement and benefit inquiries. The position requires strong customer service skills and knowledge of various retirement systems, offering a hybrid work model after training completion. **

Salary

Base: $47,703 - $55,209; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive state benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Explain and apply interpretations of laws
  • Assess individual member situations
  • Counsel and educate members on benefits
  • Research complicated benefit provisions
  • Handle complex retirement inquiries

Nice-to-have

  • Customer service awareness
  • Self-motivated and successful
  • Cross-train in other departments
  • Mentoring and quality training

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience
  • Two (2) years of related experience
  • Must pass 8-week new hire training class
  • Must complete 9-month re-assessment and 4-week Disability training

Work Rights

Not specified

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