Retirement Coordinator

Retirement Coordinator Information Pay Range (Grade): Salary $68,994 - $124,197 (C13) Other Compensation Offered: Hybrid Telework Arrangements, Flexible Work Schedule Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week Organization: Human Resources - Benefits Location: County Office Building Classification: Exempt (41728) Who We Are At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community. What You Will Do As a part of the Department of Human Resources, you will apply your experience to manage the administration of the retirement plans for County employees. You will use your skills in research and analysis to prepare reports and recommendations while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The work you do will ensure employees are well-informed and empowered to manage their retirement benefits. Essential Duties Administer employee retirement plans, including 401(k) Plan, Section 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, Carroll County Pension Plan and Carroll County Public Safety Pension Plan. Serve as primary retirement coordinator for Maryland State Retirement Agency Plans. In collaboration with consultants, evaluate and administer retirement plan services provided to employees. Present information, respond to questions/requests for quotes and resolve issues. Analyze statistical reports and other data to monitor benefit programs activity for legal compliance and County purposes. Serve and/or chair administrative committees for all retirement plans and ensure regulatory compliance. Assist with benefits and leave administration and other HR projects as assigned. Independently ensure all work is complete and timely to achieve department goals. Review work of others to ensure that organizational standards are met. Foster collaboration and provide learning opportunities. Facilitate a supportive work environment. Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility. How You Will Succeed Your Skills Retirement Benefits (Intermediate) Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate) Investment Strategies (Intermediate) Your Strengths Service Excellence Decision Making Collaborating with Others Digital Literacy Continuous Learning Benefits Administration Fostering Communication Information Management Presentation You Might Be a Good Fit If Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field Five or more years of related experience A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement. Preferred Certification Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) designation Additional Information Requires criminal background check as condition of employment. Why You Will Love Working Here All the Benefits You Need Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees, this includes: Generous paid time off 13 Paid Holidays Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance. Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year Find out more here: Carroll County Government Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov) Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources ) or Md. Relay -2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157. Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at , via telephone at or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours. Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.