Remote Pension Review Manager Job Fresno California USA,Management

Position: Remote Pension Payment Review Manager I

PENSION PROGRAM MANAGER I job at State Teachers' Retirement System. Yolo County, CA.Job Description and Duties

The CalSTRS Disability & Survivor Benefits Division is seeking a motivated individual to work as an Pension Program Manager I in the Payment Review Unit.

The Disability and Survivor Benefits (DaSB) Division is responsible for administering two of CalSTRS’ core benefits. Disability Services provides benefits to CalSTRS members who, due to a disability, are unable to perform their usual duties. The Survivor Benefits Unit supports our members and their beneficiaries when they need CalSTRS the most, providing financial stability for their loved ones.

Under general direction of the Pension Program Manager II, the Pension Program Manager I operating as the Payment Review Manager plans, organizes, and supervises technical and professional staff within Disability & Survivor Benefits (DaSB) in auditing benefit payments to ensure timely review and accurate benefits are processed for members and survivors. The PPM l assists in the division’s strategic planning related to case management, production goals, training needs, legislative reviews and proposals, work/process improvement, etc.

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

Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025. This program reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits for the duration of the program. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the reduced amounts.

Does this opportunity seem right for you? If so, see the Application Instructions section below and apply now.

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Statement of Qualifications

Interested individuals must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to the standard state application (form STD 678). Your SOQ will be considered the first interview for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to an interview. When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, education, and training, as applicable, and explain all answers thoroughly.

Your SOQ should not exceed two pages, single-spaced, 12-point font and address the following questions.

Which leadership/management skills do you have that make you qualified to succeed in this position? Please provide specific work experience examples when you have demonstrated these skills.

Describe one specific work situation that you consider to be your most stressful, while acting as a lead. What specific leadership/management skills did you use to remain resilient in the face of adversity?

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