Job Description
Join California's premier public service team as a Pension Benefits Specialist! Enjoy weekly pay, comprehensive pension benefits, and career stability while serving your community. This critical role manages retirement plans for state employees, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and optimizing fund performance. We offer competitive salaries, robust health benefits, and a clear path for advancement in public finance.
Responsibilities
- Administer retirement plan contributions and distributions for state employees
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS regulations, and California pension laws
- Analyze financial data to forecast pension fund liabilities and market trends
- Process weekly payroll deductions and retirement account adjustments
- Provide detailed benefit counseling to retiring employees
- Collaborate with auditors during annual compliance reviews
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Public Administration
- 3+ years of pension administration experience
- Proficiency in pension management software (e.g., Oracle HCM)
- Strong knowledge of IRS Form 5500 and ERISA requirements
- CPA or CFA designation preferred
- Ability to manage confidential financial data with discretion
- Valid California government security clearance