Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to make a tangible impact in public service?
We are urgently hiring a dedicated Pension Administrator for the City of Wichita. In this critical role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for retirees and active employees regarding their pension plans, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service.
Join a stable, government organization where your work directly supports the financial well-being of our community's workforce. If you have a strong background in government benefits and excel in a high-volume environment, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Manage Pension Calculations: Accurately process retirement applications, calculate pension benefits, and prepare monthly disbursements in accordance with government regulations.
- Retiree Relations: Provide outstanding customer service by answering inquiries regarding eligibility, vesting, and monthly statements.
- Compliance & Auditing: Maintain strict adherence to state and federal pension laws (ERISA, GARP) and conduct regular audits of benefit records.
- Record Keeping: Organize and secure confidential personnel and financial records, ensuring data integrity across all systems.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the Finance and Payroll departments to resolve discrepancies and streamline administrative processes.
- Policy Implementation: Assist in updating pension plan documentation and communicating changes to employees and retirees.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Public Administration, Accounting, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in government benefits administration, actuarial support, or payroll processing.
- Knowledge: Deep understanding of state and federal pension regulations, retirement plans, and ERISA guidelines.
- Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel is essential for data analysis) and experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
- Attributes: Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information with complete confidentiality.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively explain complex financial concepts to non-financial staff.