Job Description
Join North Carolina's premier public pension fund as an Entry-Level Pension Plan Specialist! We're seeking motivated individuals to support the administration of retirement benefits for state employees, teachers, and public workers. This is your gateway to a stable government career with comprehensive benefits, professional growth, and the opportunity to serve North Carolina's public servants. No prior pension experience required – we provide comprehensive training to launch your career in public finance.
Responsibilities
- Process and verify pension applications, contributions, and benefit calculations
- Maintain accurate participant records using state-of-the-art pension administration systems
- Respond to participant inquiries regarding retirement benefits, plan rules, and eligibility
- Assist in compliance audits and regulatory reporting requirements
- Collaborate with investment and actuarial teams on plan administration tasks
- Prepare monthly reports and statistical summaries for management review
- Support outreach initiatives for public sector retirement education
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
- 0-2 years of professional experience (internships welcome)
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required)
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Basic understanding of retirement plans or government finance preferred
- Valid North Carolina driver's license (if required for travel)