Job Description
Join North Carolina's premier public pension team as a Pension Plan Administrator Trainee. No experience required—we provide comprehensive training to launch your career in public sector finance. This entry-level role offers stability, competitive benefits, and direct impact on supporting retirement security for state employees and teachers. Work in a collaborative environment with mentorship from seasoned pension professionals while mastering pension administration, compliance, and fiduciary responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Process pension enrollment applications and retirement benefit calculations
- Assist in maintaining participant records and retirement accounts
- Respond to participant inquiries via phone, email, and in-person meetings
- Support compliance reporting for ERISA and North Carolina pension regulations
- Collaborate with investment and accounting teams on fund reconciliation
- Prepare routine reports for internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies
- Participate in pension policy review and implementation projects
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (college degree preferred)
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to learn complex pension regulations and procedures
- Commitment to public service and ethical fiduciary standards
- U.S. citizenship and ability to pass background check