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Benefits Specialist
Description of Duties
This position involves direct responsibility for the administration of a benefits program for a large government agency. Incumbents are responsible for administering health and life insurance, pension plans and other benefits particular to the agency. The employee reports directly to and works under general supervision of a higher level staff member. General supervision may be exercised over a clerical staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's degree or 60 college credit hours, plus two (2) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent* experience providing employee benefit support; OR,
- Four (4) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent* responsible clerical experience, two (2) years of which shall have been providing employee benefit support; OR,
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.
Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:
According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.
Special Requirements:
If you are appointed, you will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position.
