Job Description
Join New York's premier government pension authority as a Weekend Shift Pension Plan Specialist. This critical role ensures accurate retirement benefits administration for public sector employees while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the satisfaction of serving New York's workforce. Weekend schedule (Saturday/Sunday) with weekday flexibility required.
Responsibilities
- Manage pension plan enrollment, eligibility verification, and benefit calculations
- Process retirement applications and coordinate with state agencies
- Conduct compliance audits and ensure adherence to ERISA and NY State regulations
- Respond to complex member inquiries via phone, email, and secure portals
- Maintain accurate pension records using specialized government software
- Collaborate with finance and HR teams for seamless benefit transitions
- Generate monthly reports for leadership and regulatory bodies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of pension plan administration or benefits management experience
- Deep knowledge of ERISA, NY State Pension Law, and government retirement systems
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and pension administration software (e.g., Millennium)
- Strong analytical skills with attention to financial detail
- Excellent communication abilities for complex benefit explanations
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts with minimal supervision
- Government clearance or ability to obtain security clearance preferred