A R Analyst Jobs in Nottingham, MD (NOW HIRING)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe\r\nMaryland State Retirement Agency is the administrator of the Maryland State\r\nRetirement and Pension System ("System"). The System is a defined benefit\r\nretirement system covering governmental employees within the State of Maryland.\r\nIt's composed of twelve (12) separate retirement and pension systems with over\r\n50 different rule sets. The System has over 430,000 participants (customers),\r\nincluding 192,000 members who are actively employed and participating in the\r\nSystem, 165,000 payees who receive a monthly payment from the System, and\r\n40,000 vested members who are no longer actively employed but have earned a\r\nbenefit that will become payable at a future date.\r\n\r\n\r\nLocated\r\nin Baltimore's Central Business District, SRPS offers a purpose-driven\r\nworkplace with modern amenities, including panoramic city and harbor views,\r\nrenovated common areas, upgraded elevators, and an on-site caf.\r\n\r\n\r\nEmployees\r\nenjoy comprehensive state benefits including medical, dental,\r\nprescription coverage, generous paid leave, participation in the state pension\r\nsystem, and supplemental retirement savings options (401(k), 457(b), and\r\nmore). Additional perks include an on-site fitness center with\r\nshowers and lockers, 24/7 building security, and easy access to restaurants,\r\nshops, public transit, and major highways.\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you're seeking a career with impact, stability, and a supportive environment, explore opportunities with MSRPS.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position is designated as teleworkeligible under the State of\r\nMaryland's Telework Policy, after successfully completing the defined required\r\ntraining period.\r\n\r\n\r\n

GRADE

15\r\n\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

\r\n120 East Baltimore Street\r\nBaltimore, Maryland 21202\r\n\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

This position serves as the lead worker of the Retirement\r\nFinals Processing Team. As a lead worker, this position is responsible for\r\nworking closely with the unit supervisor in the daily processing of work and\r\nproviding technical direction to staff in the finalization of retirement\r\nrequests and creating lifetime payment records. This position mustmaintain knowledge of internal policies and procedures, federal and state pensionlaws, regulations, and the ability to properly process work. Based on reviews ofretirement payrolls and salary data, this position also makes recommendations to management for solutionsregarding complex retirement payroll situations.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

This position will be responsible for various retirement\r\nprocessing and finalization duties including, but not limited to:\r\n\r\n\r\n Utilizing independent judgement to assign and review estimate\r\n requests and application calculation worksheets in accordance with\r\n established procedures to minimize retirement backlogs and to ensure\r\n timely and accurate processing.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Reviewing and/or resolving salary audit cases in Customer\r\n Relationship Management software (CRM). Reviewing the applicable salary\r\n data for the case, creating the appropriate corrective transactions and\r\n submitting for approval and resolution.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Providing guidance and training to new and existing staff in the\r\n preparation and calculation of estimate requests and retirement\r\n application calculation worksheets in accordance with established\r\n procedures to minimize backlogs and to ensure timely processing.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Working in conjunction with the section supervisor in the\r\n preparation and modification of procedures, internal policies, checklists,\r\n worksheets, and other job aides.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Completing special projects assigned by the Retirement Processing\r\n Manager, Deputy Director or Director including locating and retiring\r\n vested members.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. \r\nExperience: Three years of administrative staff or professional work. \r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to twoyears of the required experience.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degreefrom a college or universityfor the required experience.\r\n3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the requiredexperience.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Please\r\nnote that your answers to the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the\r\ninformation provided on your application to receive credit.\r\n\r\n\r\nPreferred\r\ncandidates will possess the following qualifications:\r\n\r\n One year of\r\n experience reviewing and processing incoming applications, including\r\n eligibility for benefits (e.g. retirement, insurance, health, etc.).\r\n\r\n\r\n Experience serving in\r\n a lead, senior, or peer-support capacity without direct supervisory\r\n responsibility.\r\n\r\n\r\n One year of\r\n demonstrated experience working with Microsoft Office software, including\r\n Word, Outlook, and Excel at an intermediate level.\r\n\r\n\r\n Experience reviewing\r\n work, identifying processing errors or inconsistencies, and recommending\r\n appropriate corrections.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please\r\nmake sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show\r\nthat you meet the minimum for this recruitment. All information\r\nconcerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will\r\nnot consider information submitted after this date.\r\nSuccessful\r\ncandidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and\r\nplaced on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. This list will\r\nbe used by the hiring agency to select employees.\r\nFor\r\neducation obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American\r\neducation as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be\r\nprovided prior to hire.\r\nDue to\r\nthe confidential nature of the work, selected candidates must undergo and pass\r\na background check.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and\r\nexperience as presented on your application and as they relate to the\r\nrequirements of the position. You may be asked to complete a supplemental\r\nquestionnaire. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating\r\nprocess. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate\r\ninformation on your application.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n\r\nAs an\r\nemployee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding\r\nbenefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a\r\nlow cost.\r\n\r\nPersonal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days\r\nannually (prorated based on start date).\r\n\r\nAnnual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.\r\n\r\nSick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per\r\nyear.\r\n\r\nHolidays - State employees also celebrate at least thirteen (13) holidays\r\nper year.\r\n\r\nPension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.\r\n\r\nPositions may be eligible for telework.\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The\r\nonline application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply\r\nonline, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to:\r\n\r\nMaryland\r\nState Retirement and Pension Systems\r\nHuman\r\nResources Section\r\n120 E.\r\nBaltimore Street\r\nBaltimore,\r\nMD 21202\r\nATTN:\r\nAshley Lohr\r\nMust\r\nbe postmarked by the closing date.\r\nEmail:\r\nalohr@sra.state.md.us\r\n\r\n\r\nPLEASE\r\nDO NOT SUBMIT UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION\r\nThe\r\nresulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar\r\npositions in this or other State agencies.\r\nAs an\r\nequal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and\r\npromoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\nPeople\r\nwith disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nWe\r\nthank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\n\r\nTTY\r\nUsers: call via Maryland Relay\r\n