About Job

Initial Posting Date:

07/11/2025

Application Deadline:

07/19/2025

Agency:

Public Employees Retirement System

Salary Range:

$4,207.00 - $5,842.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Benefit Processor (Retirement Counselor 1) - Multiple Hybrid Positions

Job Description:

We are seeking highly organized and efficient candidates to join our team as the Benefit Processor (Retirement Counselor 1). If you are well-versed in managing multiple responsibilities with the ability to prioritize your work with a high-level of attention to detail and use of analytical skills, then this opportunity may be for you!

The Public Employees Retirement System is recruiting for two (2) Benefit Processor (Retirement Counselor 1) positions within the Operations Division’s Calculations Section.

There is one full-time, permanent position.
There is one full-time, limited duration workload position. This position is expected to last through June 30, 2027; however, based on workload need and funding, it could end at any time, be extended, or become permanent.
These positions are based at our headquarters office in Tigard, Oregon, however the successful candidates will be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancies and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
These positions are represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

We serve the people of Oregon by administering public employee benefit trusts to pay the right person, the right benefit, at the right time.

What you will be doing:

The purpose of the Retirement Counselor 1 (Benefit Processor) is to determine retirement eligibility and benefits and provide information to members, beneficiaries, and employers on rights and benefits. The position researches member/employer information regarding contracts, laws, regulation and statutes to determine specific retirements between tiers and job groups. The Retirement Counselor 1 (Benefit Processor) computes and processes benefit payments and employer and employee contributions. This position reconciles employer and member accounts.

For a complete review of the position description, please contact the recruiter

vitaly.putintsev@pers.oregon.gov

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Retirement Counselor 1 (Benefit Processor)

One year of experience researching or reconciling accounts AND explaining rules, programs or procedures.

One year of calculating payment amounts AND explaining rules, programs, or procedures.

12 quarter (8 semester) college level credit hours in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.

Candidates who are the most competitive will possess the following skills, background, and areas of experience:

Experience working in a professional, collaborative, high-paced, team environment.
Demonstrates the technical ability to learn, utilize and navigate multiple computer systems and programs often at the same time.
Can manage multiple tasks and responsibilities through effective prioritization and attention to detail.
Utilizes analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate information/data, identify discrepancies and determine possible solutions.
Maintains efficiency and organization in a high-volume production environment.
Communicates clearly both verbally and in writing with team members and managers regarding processes and outcomes.
Experience calculating benefits while adhering to strict guidelines, rules, and regulations.
Current or previous Oregon PERS experience or other pension plan experience preferred.

Benefits of Working for the State of Oregon & the Public Employees Retirement System:

Our team focuses closely on collaboration to support fellow teammates, while ensuring safety and looking for ways to innovate. Additional benefits include:

Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a
competitive benefits package
.
Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Hybrid work option.

Application Instructions & Requirements

Current State of Oregon Employees: Apply via your employee

Workday

account.

External Applicants: Apply via the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage.

Fill out the application or submit a resume. Your submitted experience fields or attached resume should include the beginning and end dates (mm/dd/yyyy) for each employer.
After you submit your application, please respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. This screen will come after you submit and will complete the process. If you are an employee, the tasks will come to your Workday inbox.
If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. The task to upload your documents will come before the public records request and gender identity questionnaire tasks.

Additional Details:

Visa Sponsorship: Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three (3) days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visit
Veterans Resources
, or call Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.
The information in your application will be used to complete a pay equity assessment to determine salary placement upon hire. Please see the link here to our
Pay Equity Project
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%.
Finalists may be subject to a criminal history check. Criminal records are compared against the needs of the position and if found to conflict then may lead to disqualification.
The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.