Staff Assistant

Barnstable County Retirement Association

750 Attucks Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601

508-775-1110

www.barnstablecountyretirement.org

We are seeking a qualified applicant for the position of Staff Assistant for the Barnstable County Retirement Association which is a municipal retirement system.

Confidentiality:

· Must maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the position.

Responsibilities:

· Provide superior service to our members and retirees.

· Perform general office functions including (but not limited to): handling calls, walk-in visitors, emails, office correspondence, mail/mailing projects, filing, updating software databases, file maintenance, and scanning.

· Input/upload deductions to member accounts by pay period or monthly depending on how it is reported.

· Processes New Member Enrollment-including adding new members to system, verifying percentage of new members, and following up on missing information in enrollment package.

Skills:

· Excellent organizational and communication skills

· Working knowledge of office equipment such as adding machines, printers, scanners, copiers, fax machines, and computers.

· Ability to quickly learn new software and navigate on a PC.

· Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

· Keen attention to detail and ability to problem solve.

· Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a confidential environment.

Benefits:

· BCRA offers employees with service within the Commonwealth of MA credit for such service for the purpose of computing vacation time if within 3 years of rehire.

· 75% paid health, dental, and basic life insurance premiums with incentive-based wellness programs

· Paid Time off

· Retirement Pension Plan

· Professional development and continuing education opportunities

Education and experience:

· High School diploma or equivalent; Municipal experience (Payroll preferred); Associate Degree in accounting/business preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Experience in MA Public Pension system and/or PTG software a plus.

Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm with a half-hour lunch break.

Starting salary range based on experience: $55,828.50 to $60,996.00

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit application (located on our website), cover letter and resume to Nancy Cushing, Assistant Executive Director via email to ncushing@barnstablecountyretirement.org

Applications will be accepted until June 1, 2026, or until position is filled.

Barnstable County Retirement Association is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity in our workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,828.50 - $60,996.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person