Job Description
Join Georgia's premier state government agency in an immediate hire opportunity for a Pension Specialist. We're seeking a dedicated professional to manage retirement benefits for state employees with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including a defined pension plan. This urgent opening offers career stability and meaningful public service impact.
Responsibilities
- Administer pension plans for state employees including enrollment, calculations, and disbursements
- Ensure compliance with Georgia state retirement regulations and federal guidelines
- Process retirement applications and provide benefit counseling to state workers
- Maintain accurate pension records and generate performance reports
- Collaborate with HR departments on retirement planning initiatives
- Conduct audits to ensure pension fund integrity and accuracy
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of pension administration or benefits management experience
- Strong knowledge of ERISA and Georgia state retirement systems
- Advanced proficiency in pension management software (e.g., Oracle PeopleSoft)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Valid Georgia state government security clearance