Retirement Specialist (Temporary) 2025-26

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

This positions primary responsibilities are to audit and correct historical retirement data reported to the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (WA DRS) to support accuracy in reporting. This position is a temporary hourly position that will be reevaluated annually for continuation based on business needs.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

Duties and responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

Knowledge understanding and application of WA DRS regulations both historical and current.
Staying informed on legislative and regulatory changes impacting the application of retirement benefits.
Maintaining records in WA DRS Employer Reporting Application (ERA) Portal which can include analysis of and accuracy in reporting earnings hours and contributions for all employees to WA DRS monthly. This can also include responding to edit reports and RFEI requests through WA DRS ERA.
Partners with the Payroll and Benefits corridor and may be required to support miscellaneous administrative/customer support duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports directly and is supervised by the Director of Payroll & Benefits.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

Required:
An Associate of Arts degree in accounting business administration or HR and at least 2-years working experience in payroll benefits and/or Washington State Retirement. Qualifying work experience equating to 2-years or more in a related field may substitute for the educational and work experience requirement.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):

None

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

Required Skills & Experience:

Successful candidates in this role will have the following skills to support this position:

Understanding and at least 2-years work experience with the Washington State Department of Retirement System and associated regulations.

Ability to successfully perform work utilizing computers as well as learning and implementing a variety of software programs.
Intermediate or higher skill-level in Excel including analytical tools like pivot tables.
High-level analytical skills related to numerical and financial data with the ability to perform mathematical calculations
High-level of attention-to-detail and the ability to implement auditing procedures to support accuracy.
Ability to analyze complex challenges effectively problem-solve and apply a solution.
Strong customer service skills.
Supports the Bellevue School Districts Equity & Accountability Policy 0130 through the ability to successfully demonstrate sensitivity and support for each employee and their individual needs.
Ability to work both independently and as a contributor/collaborator within the Department and District.
Ability to meet inflexible payroll and reporting deadlines.
Communicates prolifically both written and verbal.
Ability to maintain a high-degree of professionalism within their interactions.
Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
Maintains punctuality and attendance expectations.
Performs all duties in accordance with the Bellevue School District and School Board policies procedures and legal requirements.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Strong background and 4-years or more work history in supporting the Washington State Department of Retirement System and associated regulations
Experience in a large or complex organization
Previous related experience in the public sector Preferably school district experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require stooping kneeling crouching reaching standing walking pushing pulling lifting finger dexterity grasping talking hearing seeing and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts odors chemicals extreme temperatures inadequate lighting workspace restrictions and intense noises.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Work Hours and Schedule: Monday - Friday 8.0 hours/day. Rate of pay will be $46.50/ dental vision long-term disability and life-insurance eligibility is based upon 630 hours worked within a school year. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems based upon meeting eligibility criteria.

NOTE:

Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed. The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon clearance by Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation.

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race ethnicity creed religion color national origin age honorably discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression gender identity homelessness immigration or citizenship status the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability neurodivergence or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights Racial Discrimination and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination: Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham or

Sex-based Discrimination including Sexual Harassment: Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell or

Disability Discrimination:
Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Kerince Bowen or

Mailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street Bellevue WA 98005.

Members of the public with disabilities who have specific concerns about the effectiveness of the Districts communications to them should contact Janine Thorn Chief Communications and Engagement Officer at or

Mailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street Bellevue WA 98005.

Required Experience:

IC