Job Description
Join San Jose's premier municipal finance team as a Pension Plan Administrator. This rare government opportunity combines competitive benefits with daily pay processing, ensuring immediate financial security while serving our community. You'll manage retirement plans for public sector employees, ensuring compliance with ERISA, CalPERS, and municipal regulations.
Enjoy the stability of a government career with unprecedented payment flexibility. Our daily pay system eliminates traditional payroll delays, providing you with predictable income while making a meaningful impact on San Jose's fiscal future.
Responsibilities
- Administer municipal pension plans including retirement, disability, and survivor benefits
- Process daily payroll transactions for pension disbursements
- Ensure compliance with federal/state pension regulations (ERISA, IRC, CalPERS)
- Manage participant enrollments, contributions, and account adjustments
- Generate monthly/quarterly reports for finance committee review
- Conduct benefit calculations and projections for retiring employees
- Collaborate with auditors during annual compliance examinations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of pension administration experience
- Proficiency with daily payroll processing systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex)
- Strong knowledge of ERISA, IRC 401(a), and California pension laws
- CPA, CEBS, or SPHR certification preferred
- Experience with government financial reporting (GASB standards)
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP, PivotTables, and financial modeling
- Ability to handle confidential information with strict discretion