Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's elite team in Washington DC as a Federal Program Specialist. Shape policies impacting millions while enjoying unparalleled benefits including a robust federal pension plan, comprehensive health coverage, and generous leave. Work in a mission-driven environment where your expertise directly supports America's most vulnerable populations. This is your opportunity to advance your career in public service with competitive compensation and job security.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement federal policy initiatives for retirement and disability programs
- Analyze complex data sets to recommend program improvements and compliance measures
- Collaborate with congressional offices and federal agencies on legislative proposals
- Conduct stakeholder briefings and present findings to senior leadership
- Manage program budgets and resource allocation for multi-million dollar initiatives
- Ensure adherence to federal regulations and reporting requirements
- Mentor junior staff and coordinate cross-functional project teams
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Administration, Policy, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3 years federal program administration experience
- Expert knowledge of federal retirement systems (FERS, CSRS)
- Proficient in data analysis tools (SPSS, SAS, R) and financial modeling
- Active security clearance (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- US citizenship required