Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's elite team in Cleveland, OH, as a Federal Pension Plan Specialist. This immediate-hire opportunity offers a dynamic role in managing federal employee pension benefits with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Work in a mission-driven environment supporting retirement security for public servants across Ohio.
Responsibilities
- Administer federal pension plans including CSRS and FERS retirement systems
- Process benefit applications and resolve complex pension-related inquiries
- Ensure compliance with federal retirement laws and OPM regulations
- Collaborate with HR departments on employee retirement planning
- Conduct pension eligibility determinations and benefit calculations
- Develop educational materials for federal employees on retirement options
- Manage pension account adjustments and survivor benefit claims
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years experience with federal pension systems or retirement planning
- Expert knowledge of CSRS/FERS regulations and OPM guidelines
- Strong analytical skills for complex benefit calculations
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, SHRM-SCP) preferred
- Ability to handle sensitive financial data with confidentiality
- Proficient in federal benefits software (e.g., HRIS, EIS)
- Excellent communication skills for stakeholder interactions