Job Description
Join a Stable & Impactful Team!
Fresno County is urgently seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Pension Plan Administrator to support our Human Resources department. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the accurate administration of our employee retirement benefits, maintaining the financial security of our workforce. If you are a professional looking to make a lasting contribution to the public sector with a competitive pension plan, apply today.
Responsibilities
- Manage and administer the county's defined benefit pension plans in strict accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Process complex retirement applications, verifying eligibility and calculating final compensation accurately.
- Provide expert guidance and counseling to employees regarding retirement options, vesting schedules, and survivor benefits.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in pension records, payroll data, and contribution statements.
- Ensure all documentation is maintained in compliance with audit requirements and internal governance policies.
- Collaborate with the Finance and Payroll departments to reconcile pension contributions and funding reports.
- Stay updated on changes in California Public Employee Retirement Systems (CalPERS) legislation.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in public sector human resources, pension administration, or government finance.
- Strong working knowledge of California Public Employee Retirement Systems (CalPERS) or equivalent government benefit structures.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is strongly preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with HRIS or pension administration software (e.g., SAP, PeopleSoft).
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to analyze complex data sets accurately.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex benefit information clearly to staff.
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.