Job Description
Join Chicago's premier public sector pension fund in a critical role ensuring retirement security for thousands of municipal employees. We're urgently hiring a Pension Plan Specialist to manage complex retirement portfolios, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver exceptional member services. This hybrid/remote position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to shape public sector retirement solutions.
Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-driven organization with flexible work arrangements, robust professional development, and a commitment to financial stewardship.
Responsibilities
- Administer pension plans including benefit calculations, disbursements, and member communications
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS regulations, and Illinois state pension laws
- Analyze financial data to forecast funding requirements and recommend investment strategies
- Manage member inquiries regarding retirement eligibility, vesting, and distribution options
- Collaborate with auditors, legal counsel, and investment committees
- Develop and maintain comprehensive pension plan documentation
- Lead system implementations for pension administration software
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of pension plan administration or retirement benefits experience
- Deep knowledge of ERISA, IRS 401(a)/403(b) regulations, and Illinois pension statutes
- Proficiency in pension administration software (e.g., Millennium, NCPERS)
- Strong analytical skills with experience in financial modeling and forecasting
- Excellent communication abilities for complex benefit explanations
- Certified Pension Consultant (CPC) or CEBS designation preferred