Retirement Benefits Specialist

NYC Department of Social Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Department of Social Services is seeking a Principal Administrative Associate III to function as a Benefits Consultant who will conduct pre-retirement interviews, prepare staff readiness for retirement with NYCERS, and manage related data in city systems. The role involves drafting formal notices, answering inquiries, and presenting pension benefits during orientations.

Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with city payroll and benefits processes are

Qualifications

• Degree and experience requirements for the Principal Administrative Associate III.
• Administrative or supervisory experience in clerical work required.
• Residency and appointment rules described in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-retirement assessment interviews for employees requesting retirement.
• Prepare staff readiness for retirement with NYCERS.
• Enter service data into NYCAPS and update PMS records.
• Draft letters and process correspondence on retirement benefits.
• Respond to benefits inquiries using city resources.
• Disseminate information to relevant parties.
• Present pension/retirement benefits at New-Start Orientation.
• Compile retirement benefit data for reporting purposes.

Skills

clerical experience

administrative support

supervisory exposure

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years clerical/administrative experience

Associate degree + 3 years clerical/administrative experience

High school diploma + 4 years clerical/administrative experience

Job description

The NYC Department of Social Services is seeking a Principal Administrative Associate III to function as a Benefits Consultant who will conduct pre-retirement interviews, prepare staff readiness for retirement with NYCERS, and manage related data in city systems. The role involves drafting formal notices, answering inquiries, and presenting pension benefits during orientations.

Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with city payroll and benefits processes are