Job Description
Join the Department of Labor's prestigious Pension Welfare and Benefits Administration (PWBA) team in Dallas, TX, as a Pension Plan Specialist. You'll safeguard retirement security for millions by ensuring compliance with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). This high-impact role offers competitive benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to shape federal pension policy. Work in a modern, collaborative environment while making a tangible difference in American workers' financial futures.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and audit multi-employer pension plans for regulatory compliance
- Investigate and resolve participant benefit disputes with precision
- Develop educational materials for plan sponsors and beneficiaries
- Collaborate with legal teams on enforcement actions and policy reforms
- Analyze complex financial data to assess plan funding adequacy
- Represent the department in stakeholder outreach programs
- Prepare comprehensive compliance reports for congressional oversight
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Actuarial Science, or related field
- 5+ years of pension plan administration or ERISA compliance experience
- Advanced knowledge of ERISA, IRS Code 412, and PBGC regulations
- Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, QKA, or CFA) preferred
- Expertise in pension actuarial calculations and funding methodologies
- Strong analytical skills for financial data interpretation
- Ability to navigate complex federal procurement systems
- Active security clearance (or ability to obtain)