Job Description
Join the City and County of San Francisco's Retirement Services Division as a Pension Plan Administrator. In this critical role, you'll manage retirement benefits for over 30,000 public employees, ensuring compliance with complex regulations while delivering exceptional service. Our team offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Administer defined benefit pension plans including benefit calculations, retiree eligibility verification, and payment processing
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS regulations, and California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) requirements
- Develop and implement retirement education programs for active employees and retirees
- Analyze financial data and prepare actuarial reports for plan sustainability
- Collaborate with auditors, legal counsel, and external partners during annual reviews
- Manage pension plan databases and maintain accurate participant records
- Respond to complex inquiries from employees, retirees, and stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of pension plan administration or benefits management experience
- Advanced knowledge of ERISA, IRS 401(a), and California pension regulations
- Proficiency in pension administration software (e.g., Millennium, Sungard)
- Strong analytical skills with experience in financial modeling and reporting
- Excellent communication abilities for stakeholder education and conflict resolution
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, NIPA) preferred
- Public sector or municipal pension experience highly desirable