Job Description
Are you ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of public servants?
Miami-Dade County is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Pension Administrator to oversee our comprehensive retirement plan operations. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of pension distribution and member services for thousands of retirees and active employees.
Join a government agency that values stability, professional growth, and community service. You will work in a modern, collaborative environment with competitive benefits and a robust pension plan.
Responsibilities
- Plan Administration: Manage the daily operations of the County’s defined benefit and contribution pension plans, ensuring accurate record-keeping and data integrity.
- Retirement Processing: Review and process retirement applications, calculating benefits based on state and local regulations, service dates, and salary history.
- Client Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for retirees and employees, providing clear explanations of pension terms, eligibility requirements, and payout options.
- Compliance & Auditing: Monitor changes in federal and state pension laws to ensure the County’s plans remain fully compliant with ERISA and Florida statutes.
- Data Analysis: Prepare statistical reports and financial analyses regarding pension liabilities, funding status, and membership trends for executive leadership.
- Vendor Management: Collaborate with third-party administrators and actuaries to resolve complex benefit inquiries and optimize plan performance.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Human Resources is required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in pension administration, government benefits, or actuarial services.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERISA regulations, Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables), and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is mandatory.
- Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data entry, calculation, and document management.
- Professionalism: Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License and pass a background check.