Defined Benefit (Pension) Coordinator

At OneAmerica Financial, our purpose is to create more certainty for our customers that leads to better moments, every day. Our commitment is to advance stability and growth in every solution and relationship.  We deliver financial strength that builds for generations, and we are always aspiring, looking ahead, and collaborating to achieve more, together.  Come be a part of this journey with us as we champion lives!

This position is responsible for determining participant eligibility as of specified dates, calculating payable pension benefits, and providing ongoing administrative services for Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) pension plans. The role supports both participant-initiated requests and internal operational needs, including death case management and unclaimed property administration.

Accurate and compliant benefit administration is essential to the success of Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) transactions. This role contributes specialized pension administration and technical expertise that supports the effective onboarding and ongoing management of PRT plans. Consistently meeting established service level agreements (SLAs) and applying prior PRT experience helps strengthen the organization’s competitive position in plan acquisition and administration.

We are currently seeking Level I, II & Sr Representative experience.

Primary Responsibilities:

Benefit Administration (90%)

• Determine participant eligibility and calculate final and estimated pension benefits for PRT plans, including retirement, termination, death, disability, and Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) benefits.
• Interpret and apply pension plan provisions accurately across multiple plans to ensure compliant and precise benefit determinations.

Special Assignments and Operational Support (10%)

• Participate in special projects and assign initiatives as needed.
• Process tasks using AWD workflow systems and complete Salesforce data entry.
• Support deferred annuity activities and review/respond to New York–specific communications.
• Conduct death case management reviews and verification activities.

What is Required:

• Proficiency in using calculation tools, document storage and retrieval systems, participant data systems, and Excel workbooks.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to read and interpret contract language and follow instructions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to effectively work within a collaborative team
• High School Diploma or equivalent 

What is Preferred:

• 3-5 years' experience working within defined benefit pension plans and other benefit plan provisions related to eligibility determinations and benefit calculations.
• May consider experience working within defined contribution plans
• Bachelor's Degree, CEBS Designation

Salary Band: 4B - Sr; 3B - level II, 2B - level I

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This selected candidate will be expected to work fully remote. The candidate will also be expected to physically return to the office in CA, IN or ME as business needs dictate or for team building and collaboration.

Consistent with applicable pay transparency laws, we disclose the compensation range for this position: $25.96 - $43.27 hourly. Actual compensation will be determined by factors such as education, experience, geographical location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for an annual incentive program.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support you both at work and at home. Full‑time and part‑time associates working 30 or more hours per week are generally eligible for benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical & prescription, dental, vision insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• 10 weeks 100% paid parental leave (after completing 12 months of employment)
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Pension Plan
• Company paid life & disability insurance
• Wellness Program & Company paid employee assistance program
• Clinic access subject to location* (*Indianapolis, Charlotte, Cincinnati)

If you are offered and accept this position, please be advised that OneAmerica Financial does not have any offices located in the State of New York and OneAmerica Financial associates are not permitted to work remotely in the State of New York.

Selected employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. 

Disclaimer:  American United Life Insurance Company (“OneAmerica Financial”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

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