Job Description
Join the Kansas Retirement Commission as a Pension Plan Administrator and drive excellence in public sector retirement benefits. This immediate hire opportunity offers competitive compensation and the chance to serve Kansas public employees through meticulous pension management. Work in a collaborative environment ensuring compliance with ERISA, IRS regulations, and Kansas state statutes while implementing innovative retirement solutions.
Responsibilities
- Administer defined benefit pension plans for Kansas public employees with precise calculation and disbursement of retirement benefits
- Ensure compliance with federal (ERISA, IRS) and state pension regulations through rigorous auditing and documentation
- Develop and implement retirement plan policies aligned with Kansas legislative requirements and industry best practices
- Manage participant communications including benefit statements, retirement counseling, and regulatory updates
- Analyze pension fund data to assess funding status, project liabilities, and recommend investment strategies
- Coordinate with auditors, legal counsel, and financial institutions for annual compliance reviews
- Maintain secure participant records using pension administration software and document management systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Public Administration, Actuarial Science, or related field required
- Minimum 3 years of pension plan administration experience in government or regulated environment
- Proficiency in pension administration software (e.g., Millennium, Albridge) and MS Office Suite
- Strong knowledge of ERISA, IRS 401(a) regulations, and Kansas pension statutes
- Excellent analytical skills with ability to interpret complex financial documents and actuarial reports
- Valid Kansas government security clearance or ability to obtain within 30 days
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, QKA) preferred