Job Details

Job Location: Penn Center - Denver, CO

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $25.50 - $31.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Admin - Clerical

Support Specilaist - Benefits

Summary of Job Responsibilities

This position works on a wide range of assignments that may include some higher-level functions supporting the day-to-day administration of the Member Services Division's areas of operation. Responsibilities include data entry, analyzing reports, work queue processing, data verification, compiling information, record keeping and providing administrative support.

Ideal Candidate Statement

Our ideal candidate is a team player who is detail oriented and highly dependable. We are seeking a proactive individual with excellent time management and communication skills. The ability to remain focused while managing multiple priorities is a must. The Support Specialist role at Colorado PERA provides a critical function within the Member Services Division. You will be relied upon to assist in managing the appointment schedule for multiple Benefit Counselors, review various documents for accuracy and timeliness using established procedures to guide your decision making, all while processing work items through multiple work queues daily.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Individuals must be able to perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Performs a wide variety of day-to-day business support functions for the assigned area
Completes various non-routine assignments, as needed
Responsible for data entry, information retrieval, written correspondence, and outgoing correspondence
Responsible for work queues and processing items; investigates and resolves issues utilizing discretion in accordance with established procedures
Compiles data for special projects within the assigned area
Researches and analyzes account information, reports, files, and applications
Prepares, reports, and presents information in a meaningful and logical manner
Verifies and reviews forms, applications, and benefits paperwork for accuracy and completeness and maintains imaged documents pursuant to records retention policy
May be responsible for managing a work queue to prepare documentation for processing
May be responsible for explaining benefit program information to members and retirees that walk into the office with a high degree of professionalism and accuracy
May be responsible for communicating with members, retirees, or employers when clarification or follow-up is necessary
Serves as a liaison and resource for internal/external contacts
Has working knowledge of operations of other divisions and how their work intersects with Benefit Services
Documents standard operating procedures for the assigned area
May assist in the resolution of a wide range of lower-level issues
Identifies and reports service or quality concerns
Makes recommendations for process improvements
Applies a broad knowledge of principles, procedures, and practices related to the assigned area
Orders office supplies and maintains office equipment
Refers calls, walk-ins, questions, or problems to appropriate staff or departments
Demonstrates expert proficiency in understanding and using PERA specific systems and processes
Actively and visibly supports PERA initiatives as well as executive and divisional leadership
Maintains regular and prompt attendance in the workplace
Carries out other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

A combination of education and experience equivalent to 1-5 years of administrative, benefits, financial, customer service, and/or office experience
Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to deal with sensitive and/or confidential information and situations
Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software

Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standard office environment with frequent telephone communication, computer operation, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy and printer machine.
Occasional moving and positioning supplies in excess of 20 pounds
All employees are expected to present themselves in a professional manner in alignment with the financial services industry
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
Ability to operate standard PC equipment
Ability to handle stress associated with frequent deadline and tight schedules

Hybrid Work Option

Opportunity to work from home up to two days per week. Eligibility dependent upon factors detailed in PERA's Work from Home Policy.

Qualifications

Interested Candidates

Complete the employment application online at https://www.copera.org/careers. Please have copies of your resume and cover letter available to upload. You will be asked for a response to these as part of your application:

Why are you interested in this position? Why do you think your skills and/or experiences would make you successful in this position?
This position requires attention to detail. Please describe the aspect of your current, or recent, work that requires your highest level of attention to detail.
What type of work do you enjoy doing the most?

Upon submission of your application you will be provided a link to a pre-employment skills assessment. You may complete this assessment immediately following your application submission or you may log into your account and complete this at a time which works better for you.

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of an employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned with or without notice.

Unfortunately, at this time, PERA cannot consider candidates that require sponsorship (now or in the future), or are located outside of the US.

All Colorado PERA employees are subject to PERA's Ethics Policy and some employees are subject to the Personal Trading Policy. These policies include restrictions on outside business activities and employment and have certain requirements on personal trading. You may request copies of these policies from PERA's talent acquisition team and any questions can be answered by PERA's Investment Administration team.

About Colorado PERA

Looking for a career where you can make a difference? Colorado PERA offers benefit services to public employees across Colorado, including teachers, state troopers, snowplow drivers, correctional officers and many others who provide valuable services. As Colorado's largest pension plan, we serve and educate over 700,000 members who are former and current public employees.

At PERA you will earn more than a paycheck. PERA is a culture where you can grow your potential and work in an inclusive environment, where diverse perspectives are valued. We hire exceptional employees and recognize that our people are our best asset. Not only do we make sound investments for our members, PERA invests in our employees' growth through training and leadership opportunities.

To promote wellbeing, we offer hybrid or flexible working options for most roles and a total rewards and benefit program including health, dental and vision coverage - eligibility starts the first day of the month following the date of hire for most plans; generous paid time off and volunteer hours; pension and retirement plans, including PERA's defined benefit plan, 457 defined contribution plan, and 401(k) employer match, as applicable; tuition assistance; free, convenient on-site parking or RTD subsidy; free on-site fitness center to stay active; employee assistance program; training, leadership and mentoring programs and more. PERA is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer.

To learn more about life at PERA, watch this video or visit www.copera.org/careers.

Position Title: Support Specialist I - Benefits

Division: Benefit Services

Reports to: Benefit Services Manager

Job Status: Full Time / Non-Exempt

Salary: $25.50- $31.00 per hour, commensurate with experience

Posting Dates: 10/03/2025 - 10/19/2025

Interested Candidates

Complete the employment application online at https://www.copera.org/careers. Please have copies of your resume and cover letter available to upload. You will be asked for a response to these as part of your application:

Why are you interested in this position? Why do you think your skills and/or experiences would make you successful in this position?
This position requires attention to detail. Please describe the aspect of your current, or recent, work that requires your highest level of attention to detail.
What type of work do you enjoy doing the most?

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