Job Description
Join Illinois' premier public pension administration team as a Pension Plan Specialist. This remote-friendly position offers weekend flexibility while safeguarding retirement security for public sector employees. You'll manage complex pension portfolios, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver exceptional member services—all while maintaining work-life balance through our hybrid weekend schedule.
Why Join Us?
• Competitive benefits package with robust retirement options
• Weekend shift flexibility (Sat/Sun 7am-3pm CST)
• Fully remote work environment
• Career advancement in public finance leadership
Responsibilities
- Administer defined benefit pension plans for state and municipal employees
- Process retirement applications and calculate benefit entitlements
- Conduct plan audits to ensure ERISA and Illinois Pension Code compliance
- Develop member education materials for retirement planning workshops
- Collaborate with investment teams on fund performance analysis
- Handle complex member inquiries via secure digital channels
- Prepare quarterly regulatory reports for state oversight agencies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, or Public Administration
- 3+ years pension administration or retirement planning experience
- Strong knowledge of ERISA, IRS 415 limits, and Illinois Pension Code
- Proficiency in pension software systems (e.g., Millennium, Empower)
- FINRA Series 65 or equivalent securities license preferred
- Exceptional analytical skills with attention to regulatory detail
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts
- Excellent written communication for member correspondence