Job opportunities
Explore career opportunities with the Teachers Retirement Association (TRA). We provide vital retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to Minnesota educators and other professionals through stimulating work in benefits administration, communications, finance, technology, and more.
Why work at TRA
TRA offers an inclusive and flexible work environment grounded in public service and professionalism. We foster professional growth and development, and we offer a competitive benefits package.
Equal opportunity statement
TRA is a State of Minnesota government entity and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. State government entities are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To foster a diverse workplace free of discrimination and harassment, TRA implemented an Affirmative Action Plan to eliminate present and future practices that may have an unfair, adverse effect on persons with disabilities, minorities, and women.
Current openings
Intermediate Benefits Processor
Closing date: 04/30/2026
Salary range: $53,598 - $77,798 annually
TRA is hiring three (3) Intermediate Benefits Processor positions at our St. Paul location. Job candidates with strong communication, interpersonal, and mathematical skills are strongly encouraged to apply. These positions are part of TRA’s Member Benefits department and exist to help educators understand the value of retirement planning specific to TRA benefits. The incumbents will be required to analyze, audit, and perform a variety of calculations, both routine and complex. The incumbents will further be required to explain available benefits and options to educators in covered Minnesota public schools primarily by phone, in-person, and/or written communications, such as email or letter.
The roles are telework eligible; however, incumbents must work a full-time in-person schedule for at least the first six (6) months to complete mandatory training. Thereafter, the positions will follow a designated hybrid work schedule based on business need and performance. TRA prioritizes work-life balance for our employees and may request, only on occasion, that staff work overtime and/or flex their time in order to complete critical projects or meet important deadlines. Typically, full-time, non-exempt employees at TRA work a 40-hour workweek.
Additionally, travel may be required up to 10% of the role.
To see the full posting and apply, visit the State of Minnesota’s Careers site. Search for the posting ID keyword 93638.
