Job Description
Join the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) as a Pension Plan Compliance Specialist in Kansas City, MO. You'll safeguard American retirement security by ensuring pension plans comply with federal regulations like ERISA. This pivotal role involves complex analysis, stakeholder collaboration, and direct impact on workers' financial futures. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to serve at the heart of retirement protection.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive plan audits to ensure ERISA compliance and fiduciary responsibility
- Investigate participant complaints and resolve complex benefit disputes
- Develop educational materials for plan sponsors and participants
- Collaborate with legal teams on enforcement actions and regulatory updates
- Analyze pension plan financial statements and actuarial valuations
- Represent EBSA in stakeholder meetings and public forums
- Monitor industry trends and recommend policy improvements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Law, or related field
- 5+ years of pension plan compliance or benefits administration experience
- Deep knowledge of ERISA, IRC 401(k), and PBGC regulations
- Proficiency in pension administration software (e.g., Millennium, Albridge)
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to interpret complex legal and financial documents
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Federal security clearance eligibility required