Benefits Specialist
Government of Saskatchewan · Regina, SK, Canada · onsite
The Opportunity:
The Public Service Commission (PSC) is the central human resource agency for the Government of Saskatchewan. The PSC provides leadership and policy direction to all ministries to enable a high-performing and innovative, professional public service.
The Human Resource Service Centre (HRSC), a division within the PSC, provides human resources, benefits, and payroll administration services to all ministries and several smaller organizations within the Government of Saskatchewan. The HRSC is seeking a client-focused, analytical, resourceful, organized and detail-oriented human resource benefits professional to join us as Benefit Services Specialists on the Benefit Services Team.
- Provide expert-level information to clients on a variety of benefit-related transactions such as leaves of absence, retirement, disability claim processing, and employee or dependent deaths;
- Research loss of benefits issues and process as appropriate in a Human Resource Information System to reinstate employee benefits; and,
- Calculate group life and disability premiums and pension arrears. s applications.
- Coordinate, confirm, exchange, and obtain information from internal and external contacts to support benefits administration and service delivery.
- Maintain hard copy and electronic records in accordance with records management, privacy, confidentiality, and program requirements.
- Organize, prioritize, and complete assigned work to meet tight timelines, service standards, reporting requirements, and operational needs.
Job Capabilities:
As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:
- Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
- Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
- Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
- Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
- Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
- Focuses on achieving public service excellence.
Technical Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of benefit plan administration and application of relevant HR legislation, policies and programs.
- The ability to understand and apply a variety of mathematical benefit calculations such as pension arrears, life insurance and disability premiums;
- The ability to identify and assess information relevant to a problem, consider a variety of options available, and determine and implement an appropriate course of action;
Job Skills:
- Communication (Level B)
- Critical Thinking (Level B)
- Digital Skills (Level B)
- Interacting with Others (Level B)
- Navigating Ambiguity (Level B)
- Managing Self (Level B)
- Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
- Data Literacy (Level B)
- Influence (Level B)
- Political and Organizational Awareness (Level A)
- Managing Organizational Resources (Level B)
Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.
What We Offer:
- Dynamic and challenging work
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension
- Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
- Inclusive work environments
- Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
Our Commitment to Excellence:
The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.