Job Description
Join the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in Washington DC as a Federal Pension Benefits Specialist and shape the retirement security of our nation's workforce. This pivotal role ensures the integrity of federal pension plans while safeguarding the financial futures of federal employees and retirees. You'll interpret complex regulations, resolve pension discrepancies, and collaborate across agencies to enhance retirement benefits administration. Ideal for detail-oriented professionals passionate about public service and financial stewardship.
Responsibilities
- Administer and oversee federal pension plans (CSRS/FERS) ensuring compliance with federal regulations
- Analyze complex pension cases involving retirement eligibility, survivor benefits, and disability claims
- Provide expert guidance to federal agencies on pension policy interpretation and procedural compliance
- Develop and implement process improvements for pension benefit calculations and disbursements
- Collaborate with OPM leadership on retirement system modernization initiatives
- Conduct audits of pension plan administration to identify and mitigate compliance risks
- Prepare comprehensive reports on pension plan status and recommendations for policy updates
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, Public Administration, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in pension benefits administration or federal retirement systems
- Expert knowledge of CSRS/FERS regulations, TSP, and federal retirement laws
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex financial and legal documents
- Proficiency in pension management systems (e.g., HRIS, PRISM)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance
- Exceptional communication skills for presenting technical pension information to diverse stakeholders
- U.S. citizenship required