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attacks. In order to do so, you must have JavaScript enabled in your web browser otherwise this site will fail to work correctly for you. See details of your web browser for how to enable JavaScript.Attention Safari users: This site requires cookies to function. Please click to accept the cookie. Cookies will be used strictly for the functioning of the site.Toggle navigationJob DetailsPension Entitlements Clerk - (992100.4)This details all the information about the job posting.Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn.Organizational UnitUniversity of Victoria -> VP Finance and Operations -> Pension OfficeLocationUniversity of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)Posting Close Date18 July 2024Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.FTE1.0Salary Grade$4,880.00 - $5,032.00Additional Posting Information:N/ASalary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.ClassificationPB10Hours of WorkMonday to Friday; 8:30 am to 4:30 pmStart Date8/1/2024End Date1/31/2026Employee Group:CUPE 951 - Term# of Hires Needed1CategoryFinancial ServicesAbout this OpportunityThe University of Victoria is one of Victoria\'s largest employers and one of Canada\'s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria\'s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.*This position is eligible for a Hybrid Work Arrangement*Job SummaryPension Services administers the University of Victoria Combination Pension Plan, Money Purchase Pension Plan, Staff Pension Plan, and Supplemental Benefit Arrangement, and provides support to the plans\' governing bodies. The member services team provides pension information and communications to plan members, and ensures regulatory compliance in the administration of the plans.The Pension Entitlements Clerk is a highly motivated individual who, as part of a team, is able to apply complex and varied rules in order to accurately calculate a variety of pension benefits. The position determines eligibility for retirement, termination and survivor benefits; calculates benefit entitlements; communicates the various options both verbally and in writing; and assists members in completing benefit selection forms.The position also responds to telephone and email inquiries, and assists in the development of pension seminars and other communications regarding the pension plans. In addition, the position provides administrative support as needed such as attending to clients at the front counter, updating databases, and assisting with annual statement packages for members and pensioners.Job RequirementsSkills:

• A strong ability to reconcile data, organize workloads and meet deadlines, adapt to changes, and accurately attend to details.
• A strong ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, with diplomacy and professionalism in all interactions, and with appreciation and patience for varying levels of pension knowledge.
• Strong analytical skills coupled with the ability to interpret plan provisions and legislation in order to perform detailed calculations quickly and accurately and exercise judgment in non-routine cases.
• Ability to exercise judgment and interpret the plan documents and governing legislation for complex cases (e.g., Pension Benefits Standards Act (BC), relevant sections of the Income Tax Act (Canada), the Family Law Act (BC)).
• Ability to work in a team environment and maintain effective working relationships with members of the department, the University and the financial industry.
• Excellent computer skills in order to be able to work with a variety of applications including spreadsheets, word processing applications and databases.
• Ability to consistently manage and meet deadlines under a heavy workload while operating with a general degree of independence.
• Familiarity with the financial markets and other factors that impact pensions is an asset.
• Ability to work overtime during peak periods.

Specialized Knowledge/Education:

• Expertise with pension-related benefits gained in a pension or insurance role or in a human resources role with significant exposure to pensions or insurance. Experience performing complex pension benefits calculations (preferably under both defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans) is preferred.
• Preference given to candidates who have completed business administration and/or pension administration courses.
• Completion of Basic Pension Administration course or willingness to complete within 2 year of position commencement.

Experience:

• Five years\' office experience, preferably in a financial environment or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.

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