Job Description
Join our elite federal team in Kansas City and safeguard America's retirement security as a Pension Plan Specialist. This urgent opening offers the rare opportunity to shape federal retirement policy while enjoying competitive benefits and career stability. You'll work at the intersection of finance, law, and public service – making tangible impacts on the lives of federal employees nationwide.
Our Kansas City office offers hybrid work arrangements, modern amenities, and unparalleled professional growth. If you're passionate about retirement systems, compliance excellence, and public service, this is your moment to make a difference.
Responsibilities
- Administer federal pension plans with meticulous attention to ERISA and OPM regulations
- Conduct complex benefit calculations for retiree, survivor, and disability claims
- Develop compliance audits and corrective action plans for plan sponsors
- Train federal agencies on retirement system updates and fiduciary responsibilities
- Analyze pension fund performance and recommend investment strategy adjustments
- Prepare congressional reports and policy recommendations on retirement security
- Collaborate with IRS and Treasury on pension-related tax compliance matters
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of pension plan administration experience with federal or multi-employer plans
- SPBC or QKA certification strongly preferred
- Deep knowledge of federal retirement systems (FERS, CSRS) and ERISA compliance
- Advanced proficiency in pension administration software (e.g., Millennium, CyberMetrics)
- Exceptional analytical skills for complex benefit calculations and trend analysis
- Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance