Job Description
Join Tennessee's premier public sector retirement administration team as a Pension Plan Specialist. This critical role ensures the financial security of thousands of public employees through meticulous plan administration, compliance monitoring, and stakeholder education. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional passionate about public service and pension governance to support our award-winning retirement programs.
Enjoy a flexible part-time schedule while contributing to meaningful work that shapes Tennessee's retirement landscape. Our collaborative environment offers ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work with industry-leading pension experts.
Responsibilities
- Manage pension enrollment processes and eligibility verifications
- Process retirement applications and calculate benefit payments
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS regulations, and Tennessee state statutes
- Respond to participant inquiries regarding plan provisions and account status
- Maintain accurate pension records in secure government systems
- Conduct periodic plan audits and compliance reviews
- Develop educational materials for participants and employers
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 2+ years of pension plan administration or benefits experience
- Strong knowledge of ERISA, IRS 401(k)/403(b) regulations
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and pension software systems
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to financial detail
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Effective communication skills for stakeholder interactions