Job Description
Join Our Team as a Federal Pension & Benefits Specialist
We are urgently hiring a dedicated and detail-oriented Federal Pension & Benefits Specialist to join our premier federal administration team. In this critical role, you will oversee the management and administration of federal pension plans, ensuring that thousands of public servants receive accurate and timely retirement benefits. If you have a passion for public service and possess deep knowledge of federal regulations, we want to hear from you.
Why Apply?
- Impactful Work: Directly influence the financial security of federal employees.
- Competitive Compensation: Salary range of $90k - $120k plus comprehensive benefits.
- Modern Environment: Work in a collaborative, tech-forward agency setting.
Key Responsibilities
As a Federal Pension Specialist, your duties will include:
- Manage the end-to-end calculation and disbursement of federal pension benefits in accordance with FERS and CSRS regulations.
- Conduct thorough compliance audits of pension records to ensure adherence to OPM guidelines.
- Advise federal employees on eligibility requirements, survivor benefits, and retirement options.
- Collaborate with HR and Payroll departments to resolve complex benefits inquiries.
- Update internal policy documentation and training materials regarding pension changes.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in pension calculations with high attention to detail.
Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in federal benefits administration or pension management.
- Deep understanding of Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) and Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) regulations.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and regulations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client-facing interactions.
- Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Skills
Federal Benefits, Pension Administration, OPM Regulations, FERS, CSRS, Compliance, Retirement Planning, HRIS, Data Analysis
Category
Government & Finance
Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end calculation and disbursement of federal pension benefits in accordance with FERS and CSRS regulations.
- Conduct thorough compliance audits of pension records to ensure adherence to OPM guidelines.
- Advise federal employees on eligibility requirements, survivor benefits, and retirement options.
- Collaborate with HR and Payroll departments to resolve complex benefits inquiries.
- Update internal policy documentation and training materials regarding pension changes.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in pension calculations with high attention to detail.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in federal benefits administration or pension management.
- Deep understanding of Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) and Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) regulations.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and regulations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client-facing interactions.
- Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.