Job Description
Join Miami-Dade County's elite public finance team as a Pension Plan Specialist. This unique weekend-shift opportunity allows you to serve our community while maintaining work-life balance. Manage retirement plans for 12,000+ public employees with cutting-edge compliance systems. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Administer pension fund operations including contributions, distributions, and record-keeping
- Ensure strict compliance with ERISA, IRS regulations, and Florida Statutes
- Conduct benefit calculations for retirement-eligible employees
- Prepare quarterly reports for the County Commission and auditors
- Train HR staff on pension plan procedures and policy updates
- Manage weekend shift operations for urgent processing needs
- Collaborate with investment teams on fund performance analysis
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of pension plan or retirement benefits experience
- Certified Public Pension Administrator (CPPA) or SHRM-CP preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and pension management software
- Deep knowledge of government pension regulations and fiduciary responsibilities
- Exceptional communication skills for complex benefit explanations
- Ability to work Saturdays and Sundays with flexible weekday availability