Job Description
Join San Francisco's premier public sector team as a Pension Plan Administrator and help secure financial futures for our community's dedicated public servants. This critical role offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work at the intersection of public finance and social responsibility. As a cornerstone of our municipal workforce, you'll ensure compliance with complex pension regulations while delivering exceptional service to retired employees and active contributors alike.
Our commitment to employee well-being extends beyond competitive compensation – you'll enjoy a collaborative environment focused on professional growth, work-life balance, and making tangible impacts on thousands of lives. Ideal candidates possess deep expertise in retirement systems, regulatory compliance, and public sector finance.
Responsibilities
- Administer and manage the City's multi-billion dollar pension portfolio in strict compliance with ERISA, IRS, and California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) regulations
- Process pension applications, benefit calculations, and retiree enrollments with 100% accuracy and timeliness
- Conduct comprehensive audits of pension records and financial transactions to ensure fiduciary responsibility
- Provide expert guidance to employees and retirees regarding pension options, survivor benefits, and retirement planning
- Develop and implement compliance protocols for pension-related legislative changes and regulatory updates
- Collaborate with Finance, HR, and Legal departments on pension funding strategies and actuarial studies
- Prepare detailed reports for the Retirement Board, City Controller, and regulatory agencies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Public Administration, Actuarial Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 5 years of pension plan administration experience in public sector or regulated financial institution
- Expert knowledge of ERISA, IRC 401(a), CalPERS regulations, and California pension law
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, QKA, or CFA) strongly preferred
- Advanced proficiency in pension administration software and data analysis tools
- Demonstrated ability to interpret complex financial regulations and communicate concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Experience managing pension audits and regulatory compliance reviews
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain required security clearances