Overview
Retirement Services Specialist Senior Jobs in Saint Paul, USA at State of Minnesota
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* Working Title:
Pension Counselor*
* ** Job Class:
Retirement Services Specialist Senior*
* ** Agency: MN State Retirement System*
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** Job ** : 94250
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** Location** :
St. Paul
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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes, up to 2/3 days per week
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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time
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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited
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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers
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** Date Posted** : 05/14/2026
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** Closing Date** : 05/26/2026
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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : MN State Retirement System / State Retirement System-MAPE
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** Division/Unit** : MN State Retirement System / Retirement Counseling
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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift
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** Days of Work** :
Monday – Friday
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** Travel Required** :
No
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** Salary Range:** $29.25 – $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 – $89,658 / annually
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** Classified Status** :
Classified
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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 – MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt
+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the “Apply for this Job” box below)./connect
700/) :
Yes
** The work you’ll do is more than just a job.*
* At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies.
The Pension Counselor position exists to perform professional retirement services including computing the pension plan estimates, and costs to purchase service, for all eight defined benefit and one defined contribution pension plans administered by the Minnesota State Retirement system (MSRS). The incumbent will provide high-level counseling, both in-person and on the telephone, to participants regarding their MSRS pension plan(s), Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP), Minnesota Deferred Compensation Plan (MNDCP) and the Hennepin County Supplemental Retirement (SRHC).
** Minimum Qualifications*
* To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Three (3) years
** of professional experience administering financial or retirement benefits to customers which includes customer coaching, legal interpretation, and guidance on plans and policies.
** A Bachelor’s degree can substitute for 1 year of experience, OR a related Associate’s degree can substitute for 6 months of experience.
Years of experience and education must demonstrate the following:
+ Mathematical skills sufficient to produce and audit complex calculations, and to provide analysis on complex computation errors
+ Ability to interpret and translate laws, rules, regulations, and policies
+ Ability to maintain the confidentiality of data and information in accordance with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act
+ Advanced verbal and written communication sufficient to give individual and group presentations, counsel participants and beneficiaries on retirement issues over the phone, in person, or in writing, and to prepare comprehensive reports and documents.
+ Possess, or be able to obtain within 6 months of hire, FINRA Series 6 and 63 licenses
+ Possess, or be able to obtain within 6 months of hire, Minnesota Life, Accident and Health insurance licenses
** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Knowledge of Social Security, group insurance, and state and federal income tax as they related to refund, retirement, disability, and survivor benefits.
+ Experience working for a public pension fund or private financial services institution.
+ Possess FINRA Series 6 and 63 licenses, Minnesota Life, Accident, and Health insurance licenses.
** Additional Requirements*
* It is the policy of Minnesota State Retirement System that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only)
+ Criminal History Check
+ Employment Reference Check
+ Social Security and Address Verification
+ Education Verification
+ Driver’s License Check
** Minnesota State Retirement System will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.*
* AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law.
As an affirmative action employer,…
Title: Retirement Services Specialist Senior
Company: State of Minnesota
Location: Saint Paul, USA
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