Job Description
Join San Jose's prestigious public finance team as a Pension Plan Administrator! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage our government pension programs with immediate availability. This high-impact role ensures financial stability for 10,000+ public employees while safeguarding taxpayer funds. Enjoy competitive benefits, career advancement, and the satisfaction of serving California's 3rd largest city.
Responsibilities
- Administer defined benefit pension plans in strict compliance with CalPERS regulations
- Conduct financial modeling and actuarial valuations for pension liabilities
- Manage employee enrollment, contribution processing, and benefit distributions
- Prepare comprehensive annual reports for government oversight bodies
- Collaborate with auditors during compliance reviews and financial examinations
- Develop retirement education programs for city employees
- Monitor pension fund investments and recommend portfolio adjustments
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of pension plan administration experience
- Deep knowledge of ERISA, IRC, and California pension regulations
- Proficiency in pension software (e.g., Millennium, Parnassus)
- Certified Public Pension Administrator (CPPA) designation preferred
- Advanced Excel modeling and financial analysis skills
- Clear public sector background check eligibility