Job Description
Join Illinois' premier public sector team as a Pension Specialist with weekend shift availability! This rewarding role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including a state pension plan, and the opportunity to serve Illinois residents while maintaining work-life balance. Work in downtown Chicago's vibrant loop district with hybrid scheduling options.
We seek detail-oriented professionals to manage pension plan administration, ensuring accurate benefits delivery for state employees. This position is perfect for candidates seeking career stability with weekend coverage (Sat/Sun 7am-3pm) while enjoying weekday flexibility. Illinois offers exceptional retirement benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Administer state pension plans including enrollment, benefit calculations, and retirement processing
- Respond to complex employee inquiries via phone, email, and in-person appointments
- Review and verify pension applications for accuracy and compliance with state regulations
- Collaborate with HR departments and financial institutions to resolve benefit discrepancies
- Maintain confidential records using state-of-the-art pension management systems
- Conduct periodic audits of pension accounts to ensure regulatory compliance
- Prepare detailed reports for senior leadership on pension plan performance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years experience in pension administration or benefits management
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and pension management software
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Excellent communication skills for explaining complex benefit concepts
- Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment
- Knowledge of Illinois state pension regulations and ERISA compliance
- Valid Illinois driver's license for occasional inter-agency travel