Careers at the CAAT Pension Plan
The CAAT (Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology) Pension Plan is a multi-employer plan that administers the pensions of over 30,000 members of the 29 Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts & Technology and related employers.
Interested and qualified candidates can e-mail your resume and cover letter, in confidence, to: careers@caatpension.on.ca
Only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
For employees, the CAAT Pension Plan provides the benefit of a small business atmosphere while serving a large and growing base of members and employers. Conveniently located in downtown Toronto, we provide a flexible and professional work environment, a comprehensive health and dental benefits package, a valuable contributory defined benefit pension plan and life insurance.
Current position: Pension Project Analyst (contract to December 31, 2012)
Position Title: Pension Project Analyst (contract to December 31, 2012)
Reports to: Project Manager, Pension System Implementation Project
THE POSITION
The CAAT Pension Plan is in the process of replacing the current pension administration system. This is a multi-year project with launch of the new pension system scheduled for January 1, 2013. In meeting this goal, the Plan requires a Pension Project Analyst to work on the project team to prepare and execute testing; develop processes and procedures as they relate to the new pension system; and to develop and deliver training to Pension Administration staff.
QUALIFICATIONS
- University degree or community college degree or equivalent
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including report writing, and preparation and delivery of training
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Highly motivated self starter
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Ability to multi task and assist on other areas of the project, as needed
- Knowledge of pension administration for defined benefit pension plans, preferably multi-employer or public sector plans
- Current knowledge of pension legislation (e.g. Pension Benefits Act) and related statutory requirements
- Familiarity with pension administration systems
- Experience in formal testing methodologies, test preparation and test execution activities
- Familiarity with automated testing tools, an asset
- Knowledge of methods and processes used in quality assurance of software programs
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop, design and execute test plans, test cases and expected resultsspecific to the pension system project
- Track defects and problems that arise during testing
- Work with pension system vendor and Pension Administration staff to resolve defects
- Develop and document processes for Pension Administration staff as related to the new pension system
- Identify training needs and assist in developing and documenting training materials and programs for the new pension system
- Lead structured training sessions on new processes and procedures as related to the pension system project
- Provide on-going information updates to staff, as related to the pension system project, to ensure knowledge level remains current and processes and procedures are updated accordingly
CONTACT
To explore this opportunity further, please send your resume by March 9, 2012, in confidence, by e-mail to careers@caatpension.on.ca or by mail to CAAT Pension Plan, Human Resources, 2 Queen Street East, Suite 1400, PO Box 22, Toronto, ON M5C 3G7.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
CAAT Pension Plan Statement of Workplace Values
A focus on members
Everything we do at the CAAT Pension Plan is ultimately for our members. As fiduciaries we:
- Administer the pension benefits of members efficiently and effectively
- Manage the Plan’s investments in a prudent, risk-controlled manner
- Communicate professionally with members and other stakeholders
- Think long term, recognizing that decisions have a long-term impact
Our workplace values reflect a member focus. They are:
Integrity
We have a duty of loyalty to the Plan’s members. All actions and decisions we take must be in the members’ best interests, while addressing and balancing the needs of all our stakeholders.
We adhere to all laws and regulations and maintain high ethical standards.
Teamwork
While we have individual roles and responsibilities, we work in teams to accomplish our goals.
Collaboration is valued. In a team environment, we understand and believe that thinking, planning, and decision making are superior when done collectively. CAAT Pension Plan is one team. Teamwork also extends to partnering with our employers and other service providers in servicing our members.
Impact
The work we do has impact on our members and stakeholders. Our resources and efforts must be focused to ensure that we maximize that impact, in support of our strategic initiatives and deliverables. We must strive to be effective and efficient by setting high goals, and monitor our progress towards them.
We do this in an environment where there is:
- Respect and trust for each other - We maintain a workplace of mutual respect, free of discrimination and harassment.
- Support for growth and well being - We are committed to an environment characterized by empowerment and opportunity for development. We allow for a healthy balance between our professional and personal lives. We encourage healthy living.
- Open communication - We are open and honest about our challenges and decisions. Expectations are clearly communicated. Questions are encouraged.
- Credit given where it is due - We recognize our achievements, and all those who contributed to them.
- Care for the environment - We strive to make smart choices to limit our impact on the environment. Read more about our commitment to protecting the environment.