Job Description
Join our prestigious government team as a Pension Plan Administrator in Wichita, KS. This weekend-shift role offers the unique opportunity to serve Kansas public sector employees while maintaining work-life balance. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage retirement benefits, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver exceptional service to retirees and beneficiaries.
As a key member of our financial services division, you'll work in a modern, collaborative environment with competitive benefits and career advancement opportunities. This position requires weekend availability (Saturday/Sunday) with weekdays off, providing unparalleled flexibility for work-life integration.
Responsibilities
- Administer pension plans for Kansas government employees, including benefit calculations, disbursements, and record maintenance
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS regulations, and Kansas state pension laws
- Process retirement applications, survivor benefits, and disability claims with accuracy
- Conduct pension audits and financial reporting for state oversight bodies
- Respond to complex inquiries from retirees, beneficiaries, and agency partners
- Collaborate with investment teams to align pension strategies with fiduciary responsibilities
- Implement system upgrades to enhance pension administration efficiency
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of pension plan administration experience in government or regulated financial sector
- Proficiency in pension management software (e.g., Millennium, NaviPlan) and MS Office Suite
- Certified Pension Consultant (CPC) or Society of Actuaries (SOA) designation preferred
- Deep understanding of ERISA, IRS 401(a) regulations, and Kansas pension statutes
- Exceptional analytical skills with attention to detail in financial calculations
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities for stakeholder interactions
- Availability to work weekends (Saturday/Sunday) with weekday flexibility