Job Description
Launch your career in public finance with Washington State's premier retirement systems agency. We're seeking motivated entry-level professionals to join our Pension Plan Division in Seattle. You'll gain hands-on experience in managing multi-billion-dollar retirement portfolios while supporting public servants across the state. This is your gateway to a stable, mission-driven career with competitive benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on community futures.
Why Join Us?
- Pension plan administration training and certification opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement for finance/public administration degrees
- Generous retirement and healthcare benefits
- Work-life balance with hybrid schedule options
Responsibilities
- Process retirement applications and pension benefit calculations
- Maintain accurate participant records in state retirement systems
- Respond to inquiries from state employees about retirement plans
- Assist with compliance reporting for ERISA and state regulations
- Support investment portfolio data analysis and reporting
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system upgrades
- Prepare documentation for audit and regulatory reviews
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field (Bachelor's preferred)
- Basic knowledge of retirement plans or pension systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Passion for public service and financial education