Job Description
Join our elite state government team in Houston, TX as we urgently seek a Pension Plan Administrator to oversee critical retirement fund operations. This high-impact role ensures financial security for thousands of public sector employees through meticulous compliance, strategic planning, and stakeholder collaboration. Enjoy competitive benefits, career advancement, and the prestige of serving Texas communities.
Responsibilities
- Administer defined benefit pension plans with strict adherence to ERISA and state regulations
- Conduct complex actuarial valuations and financial modeling for long-term sustainability
- Manage participant inquiries regarding retirement benefits, distributions, and plan provisions
- Collaborate with investment teams to align portfolio strategies with pension obligations
- Prepare regulatory filings, audit reports, and legislative presentations
- Lead system implementations for pension administration software upgrades
- Develop educational materials for participants on retirement planning options
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of pension plan administration experience in public sector
- SPBA or QKA certification strongly preferred
- Advanced proficiency in pension administration systems (e.g., Milliman, Mercer)
- Demonstrated knowledge of IRS 401(a) and state retirement regulations
- Exceptional analytical skills with financial modeling experience
- Strong communication abilities for complex benefit explanations
- Experience with fiduciary compliance and annual reporting requirements