Job Description
Join the City of Chicago Pension Board as a Weekend Shift Pension Plan Administrator and play a vital role in securing retirement futures for public servants. This remote-friendly position offers the unique opportunity to work weekends while managing critical pension operations with full-time benefits. You'll ensure compliance with ERISA regulations, process retirement applications, and maintain accurate pension records—all while supporting Chicago's dedicated workforce from home.
We're seeking detail-oriented professionals who thrive in structured environments and value public service. This hybrid role combines remote flexibility with occasional in-person meetings at our downtown Chicago headquarters. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the satisfaction of safeguarding retirement security for thousands of Chicago's public employees.
Responsibilities
- Manage pension plan enrollment, contributions, and disbursement processes
- Review retirement applications for compliance with federal/state regulations
- Process weekend-shift pension disbursements and benefit adjustments
- Conduct pension account audits and maintain accurate record-keeping systems
- Respond to retiree inquiries via weekend support channels
- Collaborate with finance teams on quarterly reporting and compliance
- Implement pension policy updates and regulatory changes
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of pension administration or government finance experience
- Proficiency in pension management software (e.g., Millennium, Empower)
- Strong knowledge of ERISA and Illinois pension regulations
- Ability to work independently with minimal weekend supervision
- Advanced Excel skills and data analysis capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills