Job Description
Join California's premier public retirement system as an Entry-Level Pension Specialist! This is your gateway to a rewarding career in public finance with comprehensive benefits, job stability, and growth opportunities. You'll directly impact the financial security of public servants while gaining invaluable expertise in pension administration and government regulations.
We offer competitive pay, exceptional health/dental/vision coverage, defined-benefit pension plan, paid time off, and professional development programs. Perfect for recent graduates or career changers passionate about public service!
Responsibilities
- Process retirement applications and pension claims with accuracy and compliance
- Assist members with benefit calculations, eligibility verification, and documentation
- Utilize specialized software (e.g., CalPERS systems) for data entry and reporting
- Respond to member inquiries via phone, email, and in-person consultations
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives for pension administration
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on policy implementation
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive member financial data
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Basic knowledge of retirement systems or financial concepts
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy skills
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
- U.S. citizenship and eligibility for government background clearance
- Valid California driver's license (if travel required)