Job Description
Join Virginia's premier public service team as an entry-level Pension Plan Specialist. This is your gateway to a rewarding career in public finance with comprehensive benefits, retirement security, and opportunities for growth. You'll support the administration of pension plans for thousands of public servants while gaining invaluable experience in government operations.
We offer competitive salaries, excellent health benefits, generous paid time off, and a defined-benefit pension plan. Our commitment to professional development includes paid training programs and tuition assistance. Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact Virginia's public sector workforce.
Responsibilities
- Process and verify pension enrollment forms and contribution records
- Respond to inquiries from state employees regarding retirement benefits and plan eligibility
- Assist with annual pension valuations and reporting requirements
- Maintain accurate participant data in pension management systems
- Collaborate with finance teams on pension fund reconciliation
- Prepare documentation for pension plan audits and compliance reviews
- Support outreach initiatives for employee retirement education
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Business, Finance, Public Administration, or related field
- Basic knowledge of pension plan regulations and retirement systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Customer service mindset with problem-solving aptitude
- U.S. citizenship and Virginia residency required