Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Labor as a Federal Pension Plan Specialist and play a pivotal role in safeguarding retirement futures for federal employees nationwide. This unique weekend shift position offers the opportunity to serve your community while maintaining a balanced work schedule. You'll administer complex pension plans, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide expert guidance to retirees across Wisconsin and Florida. If you're passionate about financial security and public service, this is your chance to make a lasting impact in federal retirement administration.
We offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment where your expertise in pension regulations directly contributes to the financial well-being of federal workers. Weekend availability allows for focused work during critical processing periods while maintaining weekday personal commitments.
Responsibilities
- Manage and administer federal pension plans including FERS and CSRS systems
- Process retirement applications, benefit calculations, and pension adjustments with 100% accuracy
- Provide expert guidance to federal employees and retirees on pension eligibility, survivor benefits, and retirement planning
- Conduct audits and reviews of pension accounts to ensure compliance with federal regulations
- Collaborate with regional offices in Milwaukee and Florida to resolve complex pension inquiries
- Maintain detailed documentation in federal databases while maintaining strict confidentiality protocols
- Work weekend shifts (Saturdays/Sundays) to process high-volume retirement applications during peak periods
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience in pension administration, benefits management, or federal HR
- Certified Pension Administrator (CPA) or SHRM-SCP designation preferred
- Expert knowledge of federal pension regulations (ERISA, TSP, FERS/CSRS)
- Proficiency with pension management software and federal databases
- Exceptional analytical skills with attention to financial detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for explaining complex benefits
- Must be available to work Saturdays and Sundays as scheduled