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Deputy Director of Retirement

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Deputy Director of Retirement

Location

East Boston, MA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

FY2026-00013

Department

Administration and Finance

Division

Retirement

Opening Date

08/01/2025

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ABOUT US

The Massachusetts Port Authority is Going Above and Beyond™ for your career. We are a dynamic organization that connects people and businesses to the global community by air, land, and sea. Our employees are essential in moving planes, cargo, and cruise ships safely, efficiently, and sustainably. We are an economic engine, managing real estate assets where people live, work, and play. Together, the properties we own and operate generate $20 billion for the region’s economy.

ABOUT YOU

As a Deputy Director of Retirement, you bring sharp analytical skills, sound judgment, and a strong sense of integrity to complex financial and regulatory work, ensuring every detail supports the long-term strength of the pension plan. With a deep understanding of public pension systems, you stay informed, adapt confidently to evolving laws and requirements, and provide accurate, responsive support to both members and decision-makers. You communicate with clarity and empathy, collaborate seamlessly across teams and agencies, and handle sensitive information with care—always keeping transparency and member needs at the center of your work.

What you will do:

+ Assist in managing the pension plan’s financial and administrative functions, including investment and financial reporting, retiree payroll, tax reporting, warrant billings and member record maintenance.

+ Ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies, oversee accurate benefit calculations, and support member services and account management.

+ Contribute to the development and enforcement of policies while keeping up-to-date with regulatory changes and industry trends.

+ Work closely with vendors, consultants, and regulatory bodies, protect sensitive information, and represent the plan when required.

WHAT YOU OFFER

+ Bachelor’s degree; Master’s Degree and/or CEBS preferred

+ Minimum of five years’ experience in benefit plan administration, including two years in a leadership role involving decision-making and direct engagement with trustees and stakeholders.

+ Working knowledge of M.G.L. Chapter 32, Retirements and Pensions, for administering the MPAERS and its requirements.

+ Familiarity with public records laws, open meeting regulations, and institutional investment practices.

*Click here for detailed job description (https://www.massport.com/sites/default/files/2025-07/Massport-Job-Description-Deputy-Director-of-Retirement-7-29-25.pdf)

WHAT WE OFFER

Collaboration with colleagues at all levels of leadership from all different disciplines, from Aviation to Maritime and beyond. Every day is different at Massport and the breadth of our impact on the Massachusetts region through our facilities provides many opportunities for our employees to grow, learn, and explore the many areas of our business. Our business is all about connecting. We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day.

What we believe in :

Work/life balance

Supporting the people and businesses of New England

A supportive and inclusive culture

Achieving results and having positive impact

Opportunities for growth

Being good neighbors in the communities we serve

Providing safe, healthy, and secure work environment

Protecting the environment

*Click here for information on our comprehensive compensation and benefits packages. (https://www.massport.com/sites/default/files/2025-05/HR\_Benefits-One-Sheet-5-12-25.pdf)

We're a world-class organization of people moving people and goods--connecting Massachusetts and New England to the world safely, securely, and efficiently, with a commitment to sustainability, our neighboring communities, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day.

We provide comprehensive compensation and benefits packages*:

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance

• Disability insurance

• Flexible work arrangements

• Vacation time, sick time, personal days

• 12 Holidays per year

• Massport Retirement Plan (Pension)

• Deferred Compensation Plan (457b) with employer match

• SMART Plan retirement plan advisor/financial planning

• Discounted MBTA passes

• Public service loan forgiveness program for federal student loans

• Professional development programs

• Mentorship program

• Adoption assistance

• Paid parental leave

• Employee assistance program

• Employee recognition programs

• Employee resource groups

• Flexible spending accounts

• Wellness programs

• Community engagement

• Volunteer opportunities

• On-site employee parking

• Bike racks

• Electric car charging stations

• Mother's suite for new/nursing mothers

*Benefits may vary by position and/or location.

For more information, please visit www.massport.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to workforce diversity and inclusivity.

Follow us on linkedin.com/company/massachusetts-port-authority

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Do you have a Bachelor’s degree; Master’s Degree and/or CEBS?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you have a minimum of five years’ experience in benefit plan administration, including two years in a leadership role involving decision-making and direct engagement with trustees and stakeholders?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you have a working knowledge of M.G.L. Chapter 32, Retirements and Pensions, for administering the MPAERS and its requirements?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

Massachusetts Port Authority

Address

One Harborside Drive, Suite 200S East Boston, Massachusetts, 02128-2909

Phone

617-568-3900

Website

http://www.massport.com

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