Job Description
Join San Jose's prestigious government team as an immediate-hire Pension Plan Administrator! Shape retirement futures for public servants while enjoying competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and the opportunity to serve Silicon Valley. This critical role requires expertise in pension compliance, financial analysis, and stakeholder engagement in a dynamic municipal environment.
Responsibilities
- Administer municipal pension plans ensuring compliance with ERISA, IRS, and CalPERS regulations
- Process retirement applications, calculate benefits, and manage member accounts
- Conduct financial modeling, valuation studies, and actuarial analysis
- Develop and implement pension policy improvements aligned with best practices
- Provide expert guidance to retirees, employees, and city leadership
- Collaborate with auditors, legal counsel, and investment committees
- Prepare comprehensive reports for regulatory bodies and city council
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of pension administration experience in government/municipal sector
- Deep knowledge of ERISA, IRS 401(a), and California pension regulations
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in pension software (e.g., Millennium, Parnassus)
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, QPA, or CFA) preferred
- Excellent communication skills for stakeholder education and presentations
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced public sector environment