CalSTRS SoCal Benefits Specialist
State of California, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
CalSTRS SoCal Benefits Specialist
State Teachers' Retirement System
Job ID: JC-509162 – CalSTRS SoCal Benefits Specialist
Classification: ANALYST I
Salary: $3,861.00 – $6,276.00 per month (12‑month limited term; up to 24 months or permanent)
Job Type: 12‑Month Limited Term – Full Time
Location: Glendale MSC (in‑office 8:00 am–5:00 pm; up to 50% travel to Irvine, Riverside, and San Diego MSCs)
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm
Final Filing Date: 3/6/2026
Interview: The week of March 9 2026 (Virtual)
Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Member Service Center Manager and Pension Program Manager II, the CalSTRS Benefits Specialist performs duties of average difficulty for the less complex assigned areas associated with providing retirement benefits planning. The incumbent must exercise discretion, diplomacy, confidentiality, and initiative while taking action to resolve issues as they arise.
Qualifications
Basic mathematical comprehension and experience with calculations, such as averages, decimals, formulas and percentages
Ability to travel overnight to various trainings and meetings
Experience delivering information to audiences of various sizes
Experience providing customer service in a variety of ways
Ability to work various hours at times to support member services
Experience researching, analyzing, interpreting laws and policies
Experience working with confidential information
Experience providing feedback and explaining complex information
Minimum Requirements
ANALYST I
Working Conditions CalSTRS offers a hybrid approach including in‑office and remote work solutions based on business needs.
All staff are employees of the State of California and subject to California employment taxes and withholdings.
Visa sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.
Department Information CalSTRS: Securing the financial future and sustaining the trust of California’s educators. It is the largest educator‑only pension fund in the world, providing retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to over 1 million public school educators and families.
Our headquarters are LEED Platinum‑certified buildings featuring sustainable construction and employee wellness amenities. We offer a competitive benefits package, flexible work hours, and hybrid work options, along with ongoing training, learning, and development opportunities.
Benefits
Competitive pay schedule with up to 5% annual salary increase for performance, up to maximum salary
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid holidays and a defined benefit retirement program
Vacation/sick leave for leaders: more than four weeks
Vacation/sick leave for staff: more than three weeks
Personal Leave Program 2025: This position is subject to a 3% monthly base pay reduction in exchange for 5 hours of leave credit per month. Salary ranges shown do not reflect the reduction.
Special Requirements Exam: This position requires a current Analyst I examination. If you need to take the examination or your score has expired, please obtain eligibility.
Background Investigation: A background investigation consisting of a Personal History Statement and fingerprinting will be conducted.
Disclosure Requirements: This position may be subject to disclosure and disqualification requirements concerning economic conflict of interest in government work.
Incompatible Activities: Applicants must comply with the CalSTRS Incompatible Activities Policy.
Application Instructions Application Packages—including the State Examination/Employment Application STD 678 and required documents—must be submitted electronically through your CalCareer account at www.calcareers.ca.gov or via hard copy to the following address:
Mailing: State Teachers’ Retirement System, P.O. Box 15275, MS 31, Sacramento, CA 95851‑0275
Drop‑off: State Teachers’ Retirement System, CalSTRS, Attn: Recruitment, 100 Waterfront Place West Sacramento, CA 95605, 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Required Documents:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD 678 (or electronic).
Resume.
Cover Letter.
Application Deadline: 3/6/2026. Completed applications must be received or postmarked by this date.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, sexual orientation, etc.
EEO Contact EEO Officer: (916) 414‑4933, EEOMailbox@calstrs.com
Human Resources Contact Recruitment: (916) 414‑4990, recruitment@calstrs.com
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State Teachers' Retirement System
Job ID: JC-509162 – CalSTRS SoCal Benefits Specialist
Classification: ANALYST I
Salary: $3,861.00 – $6,276.00 per month (12‑month limited term; up to 24 months or permanent)
Job Type: 12‑Month Limited Term – Full Time
Location: Glendale MSC (in‑office 8:00 am–5:00 pm; up to 50% travel to Irvine, Riverside, and San Diego MSCs)
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm
Final Filing Date: 3/6/2026
Interview: The week of March 9 2026 (Virtual)
Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Member Service Center Manager and Pension Program Manager II, the CalSTRS Benefits Specialist performs duties of average difficulty for the less complex assigned areas associated with providing retirement benefits planning. The incumbent must exercise discretion, diplomacy, confidentiality, and initiative while taking action to resolve issues as they arise.
Qualifications
Basic mathematical comprehension and experience with calculations, such as averages, decimals, formulas and percentages
Ability to travel overnight to various trainings and meetings
Experience delivering information to audiences of various sizes
Experience providing customer service in a variety of ways
Ability to work various hours at times to support member services
Experience researching, analyzing, interpreting laws and policies
Experience working with confidential information
Experience providing feedback and explaining complex information
Minimum Requirements
ANALYST I
Working Conditions CalSTRS offers a hybrid approach including in‑office and remote work solutions based on business needs.
All staff are employees of the State of California and subject to California employment taxes and withholdings.
Visa sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.
Department Information CalSTRS: Securing the financial future and sustaining the trust of California’s educators. It is the largest educator‑only pension fund in the world, providing retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to over 1 million public school educators and families.
Our headquarters are LEED Platinum‑certified buildings featuring sustainable construction and employee wellness amenities. We offer a competitive benefits package, flexible work hours, and hybrid work options, along with ongoing training, learning, and development opportunities.
Benefits
Competitive pay schedule with up to 5% annual salary increase for performance, up to maximum salary
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid holidays and a defined benefit retirement program
Vacation/sick leave for leaders: more than four weeks
Vacation/sick leave for staff: more than three weeks
Personal Leave Program 2025: This position is subject to a 3% monthly base pay reduction in exchange for 5 hours of leave credit per month. Salary ranges shown do not reflect the reduction.
Special Requirements Exam: This position requires a current Analyst I examination. If you need to take the examination or your score has expired, please obtain eligibility.
Background Investigation: A background investigation consisting of a Personal History Statement and fingerprinting will be conducted.
Disclosure Requirements: This position may be subject to disclosure and disqualification requirements concerning economic conflict of interest in government work.
Incompatible Activities: Applicants must comply with the CalSTRS Incompatible Activities Policy.
Application Instructions Application Packages—including the State Examination/Employment Application STD 678 and required documents—must be submitted electronically through your CalCareer account at www.calcareers.ca.gov or via hard copy to the following address:
Mailing: State Teachers’ Retirement System, P.O. Box 15275, MS 31, Sacramento, CA 95851‑0275
Drop‑off: State Teachers’ Retirement System, CalSTRS, Attn: Recruitment, 100 Waterfront Place West Sacramento, CA 95605, 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Required Documents:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD 678 (or electronic).
Resume.
Cover Letter.
Application Deadline: 3/6/2026. Completed applications must be received or postmarked by this date.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, sexual orientation, etc.
EEO Contact EEO Officer: (916) 414‑4933, EEOMailbox@calstrs.com
Human Resources Contact Recruitment: (916) 414‑4990, recruitment@calstrs.com
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