Job Description
Join our award-winning Public Benefits team at the City of Columbus and become a guardian of retirement security for public servants. We're seeking a Pension Plan Specialist to administer and optimize our municipal pension programs, ensuring financial stability and compliance for thousands of dedicated employees. This pivotal role combines financial acumen with public service excellence in Ohio's capital city.
Enjoy comprehensive benefits including generous pension contributions, robust health plans, and tuition reimbursement. Work in a modern downtown facility with hybrid flexibility and contribute to meaningful public sector financial management.
Responsibilities
- Manage pension fund administration including contribution calculations, benefit distributions, and participant records
- Ensure compliance with Ohio Revised Code, IRS regulations, and ERISA standards
- Develop and maintain comprehensive pension plan documentation and procedural manuals
- Conduct complex financial modeling for pension forecasting and funding analysis
- Provide expert guidance to retirees, current employees, and HR partners on pension policies
- Collaborate with auditors, investment managers, and legal counsel for plan optimization
- Implement process improvements to enhance service delivery and regulatory compliance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of pension plan administration experience in public sector
- Strong knowledge of Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) regulations
- Certified Public Pension Administrator (CPPA) designation preferred
- Advanced proficiency in pension software (e.g., Millennium, Empower) and Excel
- Exceptional analytical skills with attention to financial detail
- Clear communication abilities for explaining complex pension concepts
- Experience with pension audits and regulatory reporting requirements