Job Description
Join Kansas' premier public retirement system as an immediate-hire Pension Plan Specialist! This critical role ensures the financial security of thousands of public employees through meticulous pension administration, compliance oversight, and exceptional member service. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to join our Wichita team and make a tangible impact on Kansas communities.
Responsibilities
- Manage pension plan enrollment, contributions, and disbursement processes
- Conduct eligibility verifications and benefit calculations for retirees
- Ensure compliance with federal/state pension regulations (ERISA, Kansas statutes)
- Respond to complex member inquiries regarding retirement planning
- Analyze pension data trends and prepare compliance reports
- Collaborate with legal and finance teams on plan modifications
- Maintain accurate pension records in government systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years pension plan or retirement benefits administration experience
- Proficiency with pension software (e.g., Millennium, Oracle HCM)
- Strong knowledge of ERISA and Kansas pension regulations
- Certified Public Pension Administrator (CPPA) preferred
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to handle sensitive financial data with confidentiality
- Valid Kansas driver's license