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AgencyTeachers' Retirement System

TitleCalculations Clerk 2 - #1731

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade09

Bargaining UnitCSEA Local 658 (NYS Teachers’ Retirement System)

Salary RangeFrom $33999 to $42460 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? Yes

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 10 Corporate Woods Drive

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12211

Minimum Qualifications EITHER 1) Reachable on the Civil Service eligible list (if you are on the eligible list for this title, you will automatically be canvassed for this position if your score is reachable for potential appointment); OR 2) Eligible for reassignment by virtue of having permanent competitive service as a Calculations Clerk 2 (Grade 9); OR 3) Eligible for transfer under the provisions of Section 70.1, 52.6 or 70.4 of Civil Service Law by virtue of having one year of permanent competitive service in an appropriate title.

Duties Description Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
-Responsible for performing difficult operations involving the assembly of data required in the calculation of a retirement allowance, death benefit or other member-related benefit; preparing estimates of retirement benefits payable under the various options at a specified future date; calculating actual benefits at the time of a member's retirement, death, or refund; checking service records to determine members' eligibility for benefits; determining member eligibility for prior service credit and military credit; reviewing employer reports and correspondence containing salary data for members and retirees; preparing routine correspondence for members and retirees and other parties; and assists with telephone inquiries for general information. This position is part of a flexible staffing unit in the Member Relations Division.

Preferred Skills/Expertise

-Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
-Commitment to providing exceptional customer service
-Excellent communication skills
-Excellent interpersonal skills

Additional Comments The New York State Teachers Retirement System (NYSTRS) offers a unique employment opportunity. Located at Corporate Woods, our facility features a modern office building surrounded by a natural environment. Direct access to our site via Exit 5A of Interstate 90 affords convenient centralized access to all points in the Capital District.

We stress the value of professional development and offer both on the job and formal training and development opportunities. Some of the advantages our employees enjoy include an on-site dining facility, the opportunity for flexible work hours and ample free parking directly adjacent to our building.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources Department

Telephone

Fax 518-447-2634

Email Address strsrecruitment@nystrs.org

Address

Street 10 Corporate Woods Drive

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12211

Notes on ApplyingPlease reference Vacancy #1731 in your reply.

To be considered for a position for which you are qualified please visit the NYSTRS homepage, www.nystrs.org. Once there, simply click on About Us and then Employment Opportunities. You will find a link to our employment application there. Please note that resumes will not be accepted as a substitute, in whole or part, for a completed application.

Inquiries regarding vacancy postings, minimum qualifications, or application procedures may be made by e-mail to strsrecruitment@nystrs.org.