Administrative Analyst II Retirement Plan Assistant Coordinator Human Resources

Howard County
Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.

Howard County Government
Howard County Government is a leader in innovation sustainability and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the 2025 Howard County Government received a record-breaking 83 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) the most in the state of Maryland. NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations. These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents improve existing programs upgrade working conditions and enhance citizen participation and public policymaking.

What are we looking for
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.

What youll like most about working at Howard County Government:
We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.We have a highly talented diverse and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard but it will be encouraged! We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical retirement and wellness programs. As a member of the Howard County Government team youll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

Please note the starting salary hiring range for this position is $77422 - $107596
Please note: This position is not anticipated to be filled until April 2026.

POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible advanced level administrative support work performing tasks in support of the Howard County defined benefit retirement plans and other programs of the Office of Human Resources.

CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Performs intermediate professional level administrative work which may include supervisory responsibility under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes administrative support of a functional program and professional level analysis and coordination of functional office programs and activities.

This position serves in a confidential capacity within the definition of Howard County labor relations law and is ineligible for membership in a collective bargaining unit.

Retirement Plan Administration & Analysis

• Processes all benefit estimates requested by retirement plan participants (e.g. normal retirement early retirement disability retirement and Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)).
• Meets one-on-one with employees regarding service and disability retirement answering questions and assisting with the completion of required paperwork.
• Effectively communicates all aspects of the retirement process including information on retiree health insurance Medicare and Social Security.
• Conducts annual recertification of disabled retirees.
• Researches and prepares investigative reports and special studies relating to plan expenses census data disability retirements and other retirement-related issues as appropriate.
• Reviews and verifies payment vouchers for periodic plan expenses including invoices for actuarial legal investment and audit fees and works with the Finance department to reconcile discrepancies.

• Participates in bi-weekly orientation for newly hired employees presenting highlights of the retirement plans and assisting employees transferring from other jurisdictions.
• Develops and updates presentation materials and content for webinars and seminars targeting upcoming retirees ensuring accuracy and clarity on complex topics.
• Updates and/or creates participant communication materials (i.e. Summary Plan Descriptions).
• Serves as content editor for the County websites retirement page.
• Provides prompt and courteous customer service to plan participants via telephone electronic communication in-person and regular mail.
• Serves as liaison with the retiree services vendor on the maintenance and enhancement of the retiree self-service portal (MYPENPAY).

• Manages and executes small- to medium-scale administrative or technical projects related to retirement plan maintenance regulatory compliance or system enhancements.
• Schedules monthly Retirement Plan Committee meetings prepares the agenda and oversees the distribution of all meeting materials.
• Schedules Pension Oversight Commission meetings prepares the agenda and serves as the primary County contact for commission members.

• Maintains various Excel templates as needed for periodic plan amendments and creates new worksheets as necessary.
• Provides ongoing training and guidance to the Retirement Aide.
• Serves as primary back-up to the County Retirement Coordinator learning and performing all essential job functions accurately.
• Assists with other human resources related tasks.
• Works and cooperates with co-workers and supervisors at all levels.
• Other related duties may be assigned.
  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.However may be asked to cover for supervisor for meetings and presentations.

Bachelors Degree and two (2) years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Advanced knowledge of pension/retirement terminology and concepts; specifically pertaining to public sector retirement systems.
• Strong experience performing and validating retirement calculations involving complex multifaceted parameters.
• Knowledge of and skill in applying mathematical and statistical procedures generally employed in the field of retirement benefits administration to verify calculations assess fiscal impact of system changes and perform related functions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of retiree health insurance Medicare and Social Security.
• Strong analytical skills to complete research and surveys of various retirement matters document findings and present results.
• Demonstrated strong written verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in a highly confidential work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects track tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated analytical ability judgment and personal responsibility applied to public sector retirement plan management.
• Demonstrated high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

TO APPLY:You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.

Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening background screening and reference checks.

At time of application please submit a copy of any college degree coursework licenses or certifications that you have referenced on your who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Howard Countyis an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity equity and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color religion age sex ancestry creed national origin disability status genetics marital statusmilitary service sexual orientation gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at .Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.