PENSION PROGRAM MANAGER I at State Teachers' Retirement System Yolo County, CA

kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Remote work options

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Defined benefit retirement program

More than four weeks of vacation/sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CalSTRS is seeking a motivated Pension Program Manager I for the Payment Review Unit. The role involves planning and supervising staff to ensure timely benefit payments for members and survivors. Key qualifications include a valid Staff Services Manager I Exam and experience in pension law.

Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret pension policies. The position offers flexible work options and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must have a current Staff Services Manager I Exam.
• Experience in pension law is required.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise staff within DaSB.
• Audit benefit payments to ensure accuracy.
• Assist in strategic planning and workload improvement.

Skills

Ability to present complex information

Customer/client focus

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to interpret and apply pension laws

Goal oriented and approachable

Job description

Job Description and Duties

The CalSTRS Disability & Survivor Benefits Division seeks a motivated individual to serve as Pension Program Manager I in the Payment Review Unit.

The Disability and Survivor Benefits (DaSB) Division administers core benefits. Disability Services provides benefits to members who are unable to perform duties due to disability, and the Survivor Benefits Unit supports members and beneficiaries when they need CalSTRS support.

Under the general direction of the Pension Program Manager II, the Pension Program Manager I as Payment Review Manager plans, organizes, and supervises technical and professional staff within DaSB to audit benefit payments, ensuring timely and accurate processing for members and survivors. The PPM I also assists in the division’s strategic planning related to case management, production goals, training needs, legislative reviews and proposals, and work/process improvement.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Ability to present complex information to various audiences with tact and sound judgement
• Customer/client focus
• Demonstrated experience simultaneously handling multiple assignments and meeting deadlines, while remaining flexible to rapidly changing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to interpret and apply pension laws, rules and policies
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships across business areas and all levels of the organization
• Goal oriented, approachable, and willing to empower and hold staff accountable
• Ability to take initiative and make logical decisions based on objective information

Minimum Requirements

Must have a current Staff Services Manager I Exam. Experience in pension law, and strong analytical and communication skills are required.

Compensation and Benefits

Employees may receive a 5% salary increase annually based on performance until maximum salary is reached.

In compliance with the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025), this position will have a 3% monthly base pay reduction in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits for the duration of the program. The salary ranges shown do not reflect the reduced amounts.

• Alternative work schedules
• Flexible work hours
• Remote work options
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and a defined benefit retirement program
• More than four weeks of vacation/sick leave for leaders
• More than three weeks of vacation/sick leave for staff
• Health insurance in retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Loan forgiveness under federal programs

Background Investigation

A background investigation including a Personal History Statement and fingerprinting will be conducted prior to employment to check criminal and civil records, verify education, and review driving records.

EEO Contact

EEO Officer: [phone], [e-mail]