Job Description
Join the City of San Jose Pension Department and make an immediate impact on public sector retirement solutions. We're seeking a detail-oriented Pension Plan Administrator to manage complex retirement benefit programs for city employees. This is an urgent opportunity to work with cutting-edge pension systems while ensuring financial security for thousands of public servants. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the satisfaction of serving your community.
Responsibilities
- Administer pension plans including enrollment, distributions, and compliance with ERISA and IRS regulations
- Process retirement applications and calculate benefit payments with precision
- Conduct audits of pension records and resolve discrepancies
- Develop educational materials for employees on retirement planning
- Collaborate with finance team on funding strategies and actuarial valuations
- Ensure compliance with government pension standards and reporting requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of pension administration or benefits management experience
- Proficiency with pension software systems (e.g., Millennium, Oracle HCM)
- Strong knowledge of ERISA, IRS 401(k) regulations, and California pension laws
- Certified Pension Consultant (CPC) or similar designation preferred
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to financial detail
- Ability to manage sensitive employee data with confidentiality