Job Description
Join Dallas County's Finance Department as a Pension Plan Administrator and become a vital part of our mission to secure retirement futures for public servants. This prestigious role offers exceptional benefits, including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health coverage, and generous paid time off. Work in a collaborative environment dedicated to financial stewardship and public service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Manage and administer defined benefit pension plans for 2,000+ county employees
- Ensure compliance with IRS, ERISA, and Texas state pension regulations
- Process retirement applications, benefit calculations, and disbursements
- Develop and maintain participant communication materials and educational workshops
- Collaborate with finance and HR teams on pension funding strategies
- Conduct annual plan audits and regulatory reporting
- Implement system upgrades to enhance pension administration efficiency
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of pension plan administration experience
- SPBC (Pension Plan Administrator) or CEBS certification required
- Expertise in ERISA compliance, IRS 5500 filings, and actuarial valuations
- Advanced proficiency in pension administration software (e.g., Millennium, Empower)
- Strong analytical skills with attention to financial detail
- Excellent communication skills for participant interactions
- Texas government experience highly desirable