Job Description

Position Number: 50000632 / P4991
Department: Benefits And Pension
Grade: GR10
Campus: Sir George Williams (Downtown)Salary: $36.35 - $43.77 per hour
Union/Association/HR Policy: CUSSUPosting deadline: December 5, 2024Recognized as Canada's top university under the age of 50, and one of Montreal's top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.Be part of a community that addresses society's big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.NOTE: This contract represents a one-year replacement contract ending December 31, 2025SCOPE
Reporting to the Manager, Pension & Benefits, the incumbent provides administrative support related to pension, prepares and explains pension calculations to plan members and is the initial contact person for all Pension and Life Insurance (death benefit) related inquiries.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to inquiries related to pension and Life Insurance claims (death benefit) and acts as a resource person for pension@ccess website.
• Process calculations and projections using specialized pension formulas; prepare and distribute written communication accordingly for termination, retirement, Additional Voluntary Contributions and death.
• Process reciprocal transfers (RTA) and separation/divorce cases; prepare subpoena responses.
• Process Life Insurance claims: validate appropriate legal documentation, coordinate and communicate with estate executor and insurance carrier.
• Input data into HRIS and (ARIEL) Pension administration database (ad hoc changes as a result of a life event i.e. beneficiary, address, etc.)
• Validate data for Pension calculations, annual statement preparation, interface files with pension administration database (ARIEL), Pension Fund custodial reports and Pension Fund audit.
• Peer review the entire foregoing Pension related activities and calculations.
• Participate in special projects and administrative duties resulting from Pension activities as required.
• Perform other duties as required by the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma of collegial studies (3 yr.) in field related to the primary responsibilities and 4 to 7 years of experience, at least 2 years client service experience in an HR department or finance department where responsibilities involve mathematical applications.
• Familiarity with Pension legislation and Pension and Group Insurance terminology. Knowledge of Concordia University Pension plan and group insurance plans is an asset
• Intermediate skills in MS Word (create templates, create and format complex tables and create mail merges), MS Excel (able to create, modify, and format charts) and MS Access.
• Knowledge of HRIS System and ARIEL or similar system is an asset.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills; attention to detail
• Very good Spoken and written English and French (level 5) in order to respond to inquiries and complaints from employees and pensioners on the telephone and in person; Written and conversational French in order to handle requests for information from employees and pensioners.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien'kehxc3xa1:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtixc3xa0:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, hr-employment@concordia.caImmigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada's reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants' status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.

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