Job Description
Launch your government career with the City of Detroit Retirement Services as a Pension Plan Assistant. This entry-level role offers comprehensive training to manage public pension plans without prior experience. You'll support retirees, process benefit applications, and ensure compliance with federal regulations while gaining valuable financial administration skills. Join our mission to serve Detroit's public servants with integrity and precision.
Responsibilities
- Process retirement applications and benefit enrollment paperwork
- Maintain accurate pension records using government databases
- Respond to retiree inquiries via phone, email, and in-person
- Assist in annual pension plan audits and compliance reviews
- Prepare routine reports on pension fund activity
- Coordinate with external vendors for retirement services
- File confidential documents in accordance with federal guidelines
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree preferred
- No experience required – training provided
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- U.S. citizenship and clean background check