Job Description
Welcome to a career where your work directly impacts the financial security of public servants. The Federal Retirement Services (FRS) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Entry-Level Government Pension Analyst to join our dynamic team. This is a fully remote position based in San Diego, CA, offering the perfect blend of professional growth and work-life flexibility.
As a Pension Plan Associate, you will play a pivotal role in administering state and federal retirement plans, ensuring strict regulatory compliance, and providing exceptional service to current and retired members. We are looking for recent graduates or career changers who are eager to launch their career in the government sector.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the comprehensive administration and calculation of pension benefits for active and retired federal employees.
- Conduct thorough data entry, verification, and reconciliation of member account records to ensure 100% accuracy.
- Respond to incoming member inquiries regarding eligibility, vesting schedules, and benefit distributions via phone and email.
- Review and update plan documents to ensure ongoing compliance with evolving government regulations and best practices.
- Collaborate with the actuarial team to support the preparation of annual pension funding reports and audits.
- Assist in the organization and maintenance of confidential personnel and financial records in compliance with privacy laws.
- Monitor email and ticketing systems to prioritize urgent requests from government stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with high volumes of sensitive data without error.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service oriented mindset.
- Familiarity with government regulations regarding retirement plans is a significant plus but not required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and basic data management software.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in all tasks.