Job Description
Join the Kansas State Retirement System as a Pension Plan Specialist in Wichita! We're seeking detail-oriented professionals to manage government pension plans with weekend shift flexibility. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to serve Kansas public sector employees. Apply today to start your rewarding career in public finance!
Responsibilities
- Administer pension plans for government employees ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations
- Process retirement applications, benefit calculations, and disbursements accurately
- Conduct pension plan audits and financial reporting for government agencies
- Provide exceptional customer service to retirees and current employees via weekend shift support
- Collaborate with finance teams to optimize pension fund investments and strategies
- Develop educational materials for government agencies on pension plan benefits
- Maintain confidential employee records with strict adherence to data security protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of pension plan administration or government finance experience
- Strong knowledge of ERISA, IRS regulations, and Kansas pension statutes
- Proficiency in financial software (e.g., PeopleSoft, SAP) and MS Office Suite
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail for complex calculations
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts with minimal supervision
- Strong communication skills for explaining pension benefits to diverse stakeholders
- Valid Kansas driver's license and clean background check required