Job Description
Join a prestigious public institution dedicated to securing the financial future of California's workforce. We are seeking a highly analytical and empathetic State Government Pension Specialist to join our dynamic San Francisco team. In this pivotal role, you will provide expert guidance on retirement plan administration, ensuring strict compliance with state regulations while delivering exceptional service to public employees navigating their retirement journey.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex pension calculations and provide detailed, clear explanations to current and prospective state employees regarding their retirement benefits.
- Ensure strict adherence to California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) guidelines and relevant state labor laws.
- Review and process retirement applications, benefit adjustments, and member correspondence with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex member inquiries, discrepancies in records, and benefit eligibility issues.
- Prepare comprehensive reports on pension fund status, member demographics, and compliance metrics for executive review.
- Conduct informational sessions or provide training to state agency HR departments regarding pension processes and policy updates.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Public Administration, Business, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 5 years of verifiable experience in pension administration, human resources, or public sector benefits management.
- Deep understanding of government retirement systems, actuarial principles, and regulatory frameworks.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with major ERPs (e.g., PeopleSoft, SAP) is highly preferred.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to diverse audiences.
- Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to data integrity.