Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of the Treasury in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and become a vital part of our federal pension administration team. We're urgently seeking a Pension Plan Specialist to manage and optimize our federal retirement benefits program. This critical role requires meticulous attention to detail, deep knowledge of federal regulations, and a commitment to serving our nation's employees. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including a federal pension plan, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on public service retirement security.
Our Milwaukee office offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly shape the financial futures of federal employees. This is a rare opportunity to advance your career in public finance while contributing to the stability of one of the nation's largest retirement systems.
Responsibilities
- Administer and oversee federal pension plans ensuring compliance with ERISA, CSRS, and FERS regulations
- Process retirement applications, benefit calculations, and pension disbursements with 99% accuracy
- Conduct comprehensive pension audits and financial reporting for OMB and GSA compliance
- Develop and implement pension policy improvements aligned with federal legislative changes
- Provide expert guidance to federal employees on retirement planning and pension options
- Collaborate with OPM and Treasury leadership on pension system modernization initiatives
- Manage vendor relationships for pension administration software and actuarial services
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, Public Administration, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of pension plan administration experience in federal or large corporate environments
- Deep expertise in federal retirement systems (CSRS/FERS) and ERISA compliance
- Professional designation (e.g., CEBS, QKA, or CPA) strongly preferred
- Advanced proficiency in pension administration software and Excel modeling
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance
- Proven track record of managing complex financial systems with zero compliance violations