Job Description
Join California's premier public pension system as an Entry-Level Pension Plan Administrator Trainee in sunny Los Angeles! CalPERS offers unparalleled job stability, comprehensive benefits, and a mission-driven environment where your work directly impacts the financial security of over 2 million public servants. This is your gateway to a rewarding career in public finance with competitive pay, robust retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. No prior pension experience required – we provide comprehensive training!
Responsibilities
- Process and verify pension applications, retirement claims, and member benefit changes
- Maintain accurate participant records in our state-of-the-art benefits administration system
- Respond to member inquiries regarding pension calculations, survivor benefits, and retirement options
- Assist in compliance audits and regulatory reporting for federal/state pension laws
- Collaborate with finance teams to reconcile pension fund contributions and disbursements
- Prepare monthly reports on pension fund performance and membership statistics
- Support outreach initiatives for retirement planning workshops
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field (Bachelor's preferred)
- Basic knowledge of retirement plans or benefits administration (training provided)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with high accuracy in data handling
- Ability to pass background check and fingerprinting requirements
- Must be a California resident at time of hire