Benefits Specialist

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.