Job Description
About the Organization: The Long Beach Municipal Retirement System (LBMRS) is a stable, government-backed entity dedicated to securing the financial futures of our public servants. We pride ourselves on transparency, accuracy, and exceptional member service. We are currently seeking a highly skilled Pension Administrator to join our elite support team on a specialized Weekend Shift.
The Role: In this pivotal position, you will be responsible for the end-to-end processing of pension distributions, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. You will act as the weekend lead, handling complex member inquiries and ensuring continuity of service for our retirees.
Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end processing of weekly pension payments and benefit disbursements.
- Verify and audit member accounts, employment history, and contribution records for accuracy.
- Resolve complex inquiries regarding retirement eligibility, vesting, and spousal benefits.
- Ensure strict adherence to ERISA and California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS) guidelines.
- Maintain high levels of data integrity within the retirement management system.
- Prepare and reconcile weekly financial reports for the Finance Department.
- Collaborate with the HR and Payroll departments to address discrepancies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in pension administration or government benefits processing.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically advanced Excel functions.
- Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage a high volume of tasks during weekend shifts.
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills to interact with retirees and stakeholders.