Job Description
Join San Jose's dynamic government team as a Pension Plan Specialist! This urgent opening offers an exceptional opportunity to manage retirement benefits for public sector employees. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth potential, this role is perfect for finance professionals passionate about public service. Apply today to contribute to the financial security of our community's heroes.
Why San Jose? Experience California's innovation capital while working in a supportive environment with work-life balance, CalPERS membership, and generous paid time off.
Responsibilities
- Administer pension plans including retirement calculations, benefit payments, and participant communications
- Ensure compliance with CalPERS regulations and government accounting standards (GASB)
- Manage pension fund investments and actuarial reporting
- Develop educational materials for employees on retirement planning
- Collaborate with auditors and legal counsel for compliance reviews
- Utilize pension administration software (e.g., PeopleAdmin, CalPERS systems)
- Analyze demographic and financial data for plan sustainability
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of pension administration or benefits management experience
- CalPERS certification or equivalent government pension expertise
- Proficiency with financial reporting software and Excel modeling
- Strong understanding of ERISA, IRS, and government pension regulations
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly