Job Description
Join Florida's premier state government team in Jacksonville as a Pension Plan Administrator. You'll be instrumental in safeguarding the financial future of public employees through meticulous management of retirement benefits, compliance oversight, and strategic plan administration. This role offers unparalleled job stability, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact in public service.
Responsibilities
- Administer defined benefit pension plans ensuring compliance with ERISA, IRS, and Florida state regulations
- Process retiree benefit applications, distributions, and survivor claims with 99.9% accuracy
- Conduct annual valuations and actuarial reporting for multi-million dollar pension portfolios
- Develop and maintain comprehensive participant communications materials
- Collaborate with legal counsel to implement legislative changes affecting pension structures
- Lead quarterly plan audits and regulatory examinations
- Train department staff on pension administration protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA/CFA preferred)
- 5+ years of pension plan administration experience in public sector or regulated environment
- Expert knowledge of ERISA, IRS 415/416 regulations, and Florida Statutes Chapter 121
- Advanced proficiency in pension administration software (e.g., Millennium, AdminSoft)
- Strong analytical skills with experience in actuarial valuations and benefit calculations
- Exceptional communication abilities for stakeholder engagement
- Valid Florida driver's license and clean background check