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Department of Retirement Systems Benefits Marketing Representative in Tumwater, Washington
Do you enjoy connecting with a wide variety of people? Are you naturally skilled at sharing complex information in a clear and engaging way? And would you enjoy traveling within the beautiful state of Washington to educate members and employers about retirement planning? If this sounds like you, the role as Benefits Marketing Representative with the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) may be the perfect opportunity for you! This recruitment will remain open until filled. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process. Applicants who apply prior to September 2, 2024, will get first consideration. The Opportunity:* As a Benefits Marketing Representative, you will travel to locations within your assigned region(s) in Washington State to deliver retirement planning presentations and information to employers, employee groups, and individual members. In this role you will provide on-going support and education about the Washington State Employee retirement benefit options through a variety of outreach efforts which may include in person or virtual group presentations, benefits fairs, email, print material, and social media posts and groups. *Some of what you'll do:**
Developing and delivering in-person and virtual retirement planning presentations to small and large groups within assigned region(s) in Washington State.
Identifying and contacting employers in assigned region(s) who are not enrolled in Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) to explain program benefits, enrollment processes, and to answer questions regarding DCP.
Establishing and maintaining relationships and regular contact with employers to ensure they have materials necessary to educate their employees regarding Washington State retirement benefits.
Meeting individually with public employees to answer basic questions regarding their retirement system and DCP. Meetings may be pre-scheduled and take place in conjunction with benefit fairs or seminars.
Developing and designing presentations or educational content on various retirement benefit topics that may be posted on public-facing sites or used for internal training.
Collaborating with the DRS Education & Outreach Team to ensure retirement planning curriculum and marketing tools are current, effective, and meet the needs of a variety of audiences.
Maintaining data including employer contact information; the number, type, and attendance records of presentations delivered each month; and preparing and submitting reports as required showing outreach activity. What we're looking for (required qualifications):
- Demonstrated experience providing education/information on a complex subject or topic to a variety of audiences. The ideal candidate will have outreach/education experience informing, educating, and engaging with diverse audiences on various issues, policies, or programs (experience providing education or information about employee benefits is highly desirable). This is typically gained through at least three (3) years of professional experience; *An associates degree (or higher) in marketing, education, communication, or a closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience. *
Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Suite, (version 2016 or newer) including proficiency in PowerPoint;
Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly desirable; If the successful candidate is bilingual, 5% dual language pay will be added to the annual salary;
Must have a current Washington State drivers' l