Job Details

Job Title

The Retirement Benefits Assistant Administrator supervises three subordinate managers who supervise, directly and indirectly, a total of thirty-eight full-time employees. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit as primary deputy to the Retirement Benefits Administrator.

Why Work For TRSL?

Service All Louisianans have benefited from teachers that inspire and encourage us. At TRSL we give back to our state's teachers by providing retirement security and excellent service.

Culture We value and support employees through open communication, professional development, recognition, and by creating a sense of community.

Growth TRSL encourages professional growth in a number of ways including professional development plans and career progression groups through SCS. We also offer financial assistance for professional certifications and postsecondary/graduate-level courses.

Benefits TRSL offers a generous benefits package including: a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post-retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been at the supervisory level or above: Eight years of experience in employee benefits; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus five years of experience in employee benefits; OR A bachelor's degree plus five years of experience in employee benefits; OR A Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) or Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation plus four years of experience in employee benefits. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTIONS: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties And Other Information

Job Duties:

• Manages the operational functions of the Member Services Division, consisting of the Member Information Center and all Retirement Processing sections.
• Directly supervises the three Retirement Benefits Manager positions responsible for the six Retirement Department sections.
• Monitors the day-to-day operational functions of the division. Review Divisional policies and process procedures
• Reviews existing legislation as it relates to current policy and procedures. Recommends changes, as needed, to maintain consistency.
• Oversees planning and coordination of the Retirement Department's staff orientation, training, and education
• Consults with system administrators, staff attorneys, actuary, internal and professional auditors for clarification, interpretations, and guidelines involving decisions in unusual and more complex circumstances.

Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty. Current classified permanent status employees may be required to accept a Probational Appointment. Location TRSL is conveniently located near the I-10 / I-12 split on Essen Lane, away from the congestion of downtown Baton Rouge. TRSL is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Applicants with international degrees must provide an equivalency evaluation and a copy of their transcripts at the time of application.

All prospective new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-Verify system.

TRSL is a Substance Abuse and Drug-Free workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, TRSL is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace prohibiting discrimination on the basis of any non-merit factor.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Aricka Hart - Human Resources Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana P.O. Box 94123 Baton Rouge, LA 70804 Ph: 225-925-6900 Fax: 225-922-2579 Email: aricka.hart@trsl.org