Retirement Benefits Specialist

Retirement Benefits Specialist

Salary

$70,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually

Location

100 Leibert Road, Hartford, CT 06141, CT

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

00998

Department

Pension

Opening Date

09/29/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Job Description

This position performs a variety of tasks related to the administration of the following retirement plans:

• Pension Plan for Employees of the H.N.S. Management Company, Inc., Represented by the A.T.U.
• H.N.S. Management Company, Inc., Retirement Plan
• H.N.S. Management Company, Inc., 401(k) Savings Plan

Examples of Duties

• Respond to employee questions and inquiries regarding retirement plans in a timely manner with a focus on customer service.
• Process and verify 401(k) transactions including submitting and verifying participant contribution changes and preparing and transmitting weekly employee contribution files to outside contractor.
• Track 401(k) auto-enrollment and auto-increase notifications and eligibility, and monitor the 401K loan activity.
• Assist the Pension Administrator with:
• Preparing annual federal tax returns (Form 5500) for retirement plans;
• Maintaining the databases needed to track participants' pension and 401(k) benefits;
• Preparing annual pension benefit summaries and calculating pension benefits for participants;
• Preparing monthly pension plan payrolls for submission to outside vendor for processing as required, and process any additions and changes to benefits, tax withholdings, and any related insurance deductions;
• Reviewing the monthly financial statements provided by the Custodian. Assists in the preparation of related monthly activity reports; and
• Recording the minutes associated with applicable Trustee and Administrative Committee meetings
• Assists in departmental programs/projects as necessary, including attending new hire orientation and presenting an overview of retirement benefits to new employees.
• Work cooperatively with all levels of personnel.
• Responds to inquiries for information from employees, senior leadership, and/or external partners as needed.
• Attend in-service training, seminars or other opportunities for professional development as made available by the Company.
• Provides training for Company personnel in the retirement benefits functions as required. Actively participates in staff meetings, trainings, etc.
• Has thorough working knowledge of Agency policies and procedures, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Travels and provides support to other departments and divisions with benefits and administrative related functions as needed.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree with major course work in Administration, Human Resources, Retirement Benefits, Accounting, Mathematics, Finance, or a related field required.
• An equivalent combination of education and work experience on a year-for-year basis can be substituted for the 4-year degree requirement.
• Specific work experience in 401(k) administration, pension administration, or other employee benefit administration is required.
• Understanding of state and federal rules and regulations related to pension and/or 401(k) administration preferred.
• Demonstrated customer service skills with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of employee information.
• Proficient in software programs (Microsoft office & access database), internet applications and HRIS programs, and utilization of all relevant office equipment.
• The ability to quickly learn internal software programs.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and process work with a high level of accuracy, and to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Customer-focused and capable of relating well at all levels of the organization.
• Impeccable judgment and high personal/professional integrity.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• A valid drivers' license is required. Individual may be required to travel in the course of their daily work.

How To Apply

Visit our website at and complete the on-line application and attach the following:

All applicants must provide:

• Resume
• Cover letter

Why work at CTtransit ?.......

CTtransit offers a highly competitive benefit package to all full-time eligible employees.

Competitive Wages

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and holidays)
• 401k and Pension Retirement plans

Insurance

• Low cost no deductible medical, dental and vision including family
• Life Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance and short term disability plans
• Voluntary Supplemental family, Accident Insurance an Additional Disability Plans

Other Benefits

• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Free public transportation for you and your spouse!!!!

For more information about benefits, contact Human Resources.

CTtransit is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer.

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Do you have experience in a position requiring excellent customer service skills?

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Do you have transportation experience with an emphasis on route planning and/or scheduling? Explain

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Do you have prior knowledge of principles and practices of accounting/pension administration and understanding of state and federal rules and regulations?

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Please rate your proficiency in Microsoft Office Software.

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I understand that preference may be given to applications that are fully completed and include all requested attachments (ex. resume & cover letter)

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I read and understand all that is required based on the job description.

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Employer CT TRANSIT

Address 100 Leibert Road

Hartford, Connecticut, 06120

Phone 860-522-8101

Website http://www.cttransit.com/