Pittsburgh Municipal Pension Office - Pittsburgh, PA

Municipal Pension Fund Administration

The Pittsburgh Municipal Pension Office is responsible for the administration and management of retirement benefits for eligible employees of the City of Pittsburgh. Located in the historic City-County Building, this office oversees the Municipal Pension Fund, which serves non-uniformed city employees, distinguishing it from the separate police and fire pension systems. The office ensures that retired public servants receive their earned benefits accurately and on time.

Services and Board Functions

The office supports the Comprehensive Municipal Pension Trust Fund Board, which meets monthly to review investment performance, approve retirements, and manage fund assets. Key services provided to employees and retirees include:

• Retirement Processing: Guiding employees through the transition from active service to retirement, including calculation of benefits and option selection.
• Benefit Disbursement: Managing monthly pension payments and maintaining retiree records.
• Contribution Management: Tracking employee contributions and handling refunds or rollovers for those leaving city employment before retirement age.
• Survivor Benefits: Assisting beneficiaries with claims and continuing benefit procedures.

Location and Access

Situated in downtown Pittsburgh, the office is accessible via the Grant Street entrance of the City-County Building. Visitors must pass through building security. The staff provides counseling and assistance primarily to current city employees planning for retirement and existing retirees needing to update their information.