Job Description
Join New York's premier public service team as a Pension Plan Specialist with weekend shift availability. This critical role ensures the financial security of thousands of state employees while offering unmatched work-life balance through Saturday/Sunday rotations. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the satisfaction of serving New Yorkers' retirement futures.
Why This Role Stands Out:
- Competitive salary with 10% weekend shift differential
- Excellent health/dental/vision insurance
- NYSLRS pension eligibility upon hire
- Student loan forgiveness programs
- Professional development stipends
Responsibilities
- Manage pension enrollment, disbursement, and compliance processes
- Review retirement applications for accuracy and completeness
- Calculate pension benefits using state-specific formulas
- Respond to participant inquiries via secure messaging systems
- Maintain compliance with NYSLRS regulations and ERISA standards
- Prepare quarterly benefit statements and financial reports
- Collaborate with HR departments on retirement planning initiatives
- Train new staff on pension administration protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Public Administration
- 3+ years pension/retirement plan administration experience
- Strong knowledge of ERISA and NYSLRS regulations
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and pension software (e.g., Millennium)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Clear communication skills (written/verbal)
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Valid NYS driver's license (occasional travel required)