Job Description
Join Texas State Government's urgent hiring initiative for a Pension Plan Administrator in Houston. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage retirement benefits for state employees, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while delivering exceptional service. This critical role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to shape public sector retirement solutions.
Responsibilities
- Administer state pension plans including enrollment, distributions, and record maintenance
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS, and Texas Retirement System regulations
- Conduct benefit calculations and provide retirement counseling to employees
- Collaborate with finance teams on funding strategies and actuarial reporting
- Manage vendor relationships for plan administration services
- Develop educational materials for retirement planning workshops
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of pension plan administration experience
- Strong knowledge of ERISA, IRS Code 401(a), and Texas Retirement laws
- Proficiency in pension administration software (e.g., Millennium, Empower)
- Certified Pension Consultant (CPC) or Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) preferred
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Clear communication skills for complex benefit explanations