Benefits Specialist - Retirement Claims

The SC Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA) is the administrator and co-trustee of retirement and insurance programs for over half a million active and retired public employees of the State of South Carolina and their dependents.

This position is responsible for processing retirement claims for members and beneficiaries of the South Carolina Retirement System, the Police Officers Retirement System, the State Optional Retirement Program, and the South Carolina National Guard Retirement System.

• Processing claims for benefits upon the death of members (retired, active, and inactive) and beneficiaries.
• Processing claims for service and disability retirement benefits.
• Finalizing benefit payments for service and disability retirees who are on payroll in estimated status.
• Processing refund claims so that members receive refund payments.

A bachelor's degree and at least one year of professional experience in retirement programs or a closely related area. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be substituted for the required degree.

Ability to read and comprehend retirement statutes and applicable written materials. Ability to explain retirement matters to members, employers, and beneficiaries. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Ability to perform mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to prioritize and complete a large volume of work with close attention to detail.

In addition to 13 paid holidays, this position is eligible for comprehensive insurance programs, retirement plans, and a generous paid leave program.