Job Description
Join San Diego County's prestigious Public Services team as an immediate-hire Pension Plan Administrator. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage retirement benefits for thousands of public sector employees. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, and the opportunity to serve your community while advancing your career in public finance.
Responsibilities
- Administer defined benefit pension plans in compliance with ERISA and California state regulations
- Process retirement applications and calculate benefit distributions accurately
- Conduct participant education seminars on retirement planning options
- Manage pension fund investments and financial reporting documentation
- Collaborate with auditors for annual compliance reviews
- Develop policy updates for pension board approval
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- Minimum 3 years pension administration or benefits management experience
- SPBC or QPA certification preferred
- Advanced proficiency in pension software (e.g., Millennium, Benefitfocus)
- Deep understanding of IRS 415(c) and California Government Code 7520
- Exceptional analytical and communication skills
- Ability to obtain security clearance for public sector work