Retiree Welfare Plan Eligibility Specialist

Summary/Objective

This position is responsible for maintaining and updated Retiree Welfare Plan eligibility and changes, including the use of the Retiree Medical Savings Plan.

Essential Functions

· Self-payment entry and verification of benefit letters

· Monthly identification, set up and correspondence for retired participants depleting their Active Credit Bank and commencing Retiree Welfare Plan (RWP) coverage

· Monthly review and correspondence to retired participants depleting their Retiree Medical Savings Plan account and transferring to full deduction from Pension

· Monthly identification, system updates and correspondence for Medicare status changes

· Review of Municipality applications, eligibility, and commencement of RWP coverage

· Update and track surviving spouse eligibility timely

· Update termination and newly eligible coverage requests

· Coordinate and request transfer of money between Funds, when applicable

· Annual projects for coupon payment books and changes in retiree rates

· Respond to written inquiries from both members and internal departments regarding general eligibility inquires

· The candidate must be able to understand the Retiree Welfare Plan, Retiree Medical Savings Plan and a basic knowledge of the Pension Plan

· Available to work Saturday overtime when needed

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

· High School diploma or equivalent

· 2-4 years of prior clerical experience

Specialized skills/technical knowledge

· Mathematical background preferred

· Possess a strong work ethic and team player mentality

· The ability to multi-task and work well under pressure

· Proficient in relevant computer applications such as ISSI, Salesforce, MS Office

· Accurate keyboard skills and proven ability to enter data timely

· Demonstrate passion for excellence with respect to treating and caring for customers

· Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing

· Performs other duties as required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.85 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Ability to Relocate:

• Countryside, IL 60525: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person