Job Description
Join the City of Wichita's Finance Department as a Pension Plan Administrator and play a pivotal role in managing retirement benefits for our dedicated public servants. This position offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic team ensuring the financial health and compliance of our city's pension plans. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to professional growth in a stable government environment.
Responsibilities
- Administer pension plans including retirement calculations, benefit distributions, and participant communications
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS regulations, and Kansas state pension laws
- Prepare and analyze actuarial reports, financial statements, and regulatory filings
- Manage participant enrollment processes, record-keeping systems, and data integrity
- Collaborate with auditors, legal counsel, and investment advisors during annual reviews
- Develop educational materials and conduct workshops for employees on retirement planning
- Research and implement best practices in pension administration and governance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in pension plan administration or benefits management
- Strong knowledge of ERISA, IRS 401(k)/403(b) regulations, and Kansas pension statutes
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and pension administration software (e.g., Millennium, CyberCNS)
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy in financial calculations
- Effective communication abilities for explaining complex benefit concepts to diverse audiences
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, QPA, or CFA) preferred