Benefits Analyst I

State of Illinois; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Benefits Analyst I at the Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois, based in Springfield, analyzes member records and processes pension benefit claims, including retirement, refunds, disability, and survivor benefits.

You will respond to member inquiries, prepare documentation, and ensure accurate, timely processing under the Illinois Pension Code, with attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Illinois Pension Code and retirement benefit calculations.
• Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets and computerized benefit processing systems.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to handle high volumes of work accurately and efficiently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain pension provisions to members and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Processes and calculates pension benefit claims (retirement, refund, disability, survivor) and service adjustments.
• Analyzes member records and responds to inquiries to ensure accurate benefit processing.
• Prepares documentation and ensures timely processing under the Illinois Pension Code.

Skills

Illinois Pension Code

Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

The Benefits Analyst I processes and calculates pension benefit claims (retirement, refund, disability, or survivor) and optional service adjustments for the Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois, one of the largest public pension systems in the US. The role involves analyzing member records, responding to inquiries, preparing documentation, and ensuring accurate and timely benefit processing under the Illinois Pension Code. The position is based in Springfield and works in areas such as Retirements, Member Accounts, Refunds, or Survivor and Disability.

Key qualifications:

• Knowledge of Illinois Pension Code and retirement benefit calculations
• Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets and computerized benefit processing systems
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to handle high volumes of work accurately and efficiently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain pension provisions to members and colleagues