Deputy Retirement Administrator ***Repost*** Program Manager SENIOR IV

The Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS) administers benefits for over 430,000 members, including active employees, retirees, and vested participants across 12 retirement systems—supporting the financial security of Maryland's public servants.

Located in Baltimore’s Central Business District, MSRPS offers a purpose-driven workplace with modern amenities, including panoramic city and harbor views, renovated common areas , upgraded elevators, and an on-site café. Employees enjoy comprehensive state benefits including; medical, dental, prescription coverage, generous paid leave, participation in the state pension system, and supplemental retirement savings options (401(k), 457(b), and more). Additional perks include an on-site fitness center with showers and lockers, 24/7 building security, on-site parking and easy access to restaurants, shops, public transit, and major highways.

If you're seeking a career with impact, stability, and a supportive environment, explore opportunities with MSRPS.

* RECRUITMENT REPOST, PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.*

Grade STD 0026

120 East Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202

Under the supervision of the Retirement Administrator, the responsibilities of this senior level management position include assisting in and executing the overall management, planning, and policy development of the Benefits Administration Division (Division) of the Maryland State Retirement Agency (Agency). In this role, the Deputy Retirement Administrator assigns priorities and allocates manpower, funds, space, and equipment to meet the needs of the Division.

The position requires a highly motivated individual with an expert knowledge of pension laws; pension tax requirements; a broad technical knowledge of automated information system processing requirements and operations; strong accounting, budgeting, analytical and research skills; as well as highly developed oral and written communication skills. The Division is responsible for administering death, disability, and retirement benefits for more than 430,000 participants of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (System) in accordance with all state and federal laws.

This includes approximately 208,000 active members, 177,000 retirees and beneficiaries, and 45,000 vested former members. The Division is staffed by more than 80 employees with an annual budget of $7 million. Each year the Division is responsible for collecting $1 billion in member contributions which help fund the System, and disbursing $5 billion worth of death, disability, and retirement benefit payments.

Responsibilities include providing leadership and assistance in the management of the Units (Benefits Processing, Data Control, and Special Projects) within the Division, providing general supervision of the Directors, developing an expert level knowledge of the state and federal laws relevant to the proper administration of the System, developing best practices to accomplish the goals and mission of the Division and the Agency, researching and drafting legislation , and representing the Retirement Administrator at Board of Trustee meetings, Committee meetings, legislative hearings, public presentations and other high level meetings.

This position is one of two Deputy Retirement Administrator positions that will focus and coordinate their efforts on the three Units of this Division;
Benefits Processing Unit, Data Control Unit, and Special Projects Unit. This position serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

• Planning, organizing and directing administrative staff in both long- and short-range goals, objectives, policies and priorities. Also ensures that established goals and priorities are achieved.
• Understanding, interpreting, and applying provisions of federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to the administration of pension and tax laws, regulations, policies and programs.
• Participating and/or representing the Benefits Administration Division on major legislative initiatives and budget issues, and other meetings…